CVE-2020-24413 : Security Advisory and Response

Adobe Illustrator version 24.1.2 and earlier is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Understanding CVE-2020-24413

Adobe Illustrator Memory Corruption Vulnerability

What is CVE-2020-24413?

Adobe Illustrator versions 24.1.2 and earlier are susceptible to a memory corruption flaw triggered by parsing a malicious .svg file, potentially allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the user's context.

The Impact of CVE-2020-24413

This vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 7.8, indicating a high severity issue with significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. User interaction is required for exploitation.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-24413

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Adobe Illustrator arises from a memory corruption issue during the processing of specially crafted .svg files.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Illustrator
Vendor: Adobe
Versions Affected: <= 24.1.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: Required

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Adobe Illustrator to the latest version.
Avoid opening untrusted .svg files.
Exercise caution while interacting with unknown or suspicious files.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and security patches.
Implement security awareness training for users to recognize and report suspicious activities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security updates and patches provided by Adobe to address the vulnerability.