Adobe FrameMaker Heap-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability Allowing Arbitrary Code Execution

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in Adobe FrameMaker versions 2020.9, 2022.7 and earlier. This vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction, as a victim must open a malicious file.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in arbitrary code execution on the affected system.

Remediation

Users are advised to update to Adobe FrameMaker 2020 Update 10 or Adobe FrameMaker 2022 Update 8. Instructions for downloading these updates are available in the Adobe FrameMaker 2020 Fixed Issues Tech Note and the Adobe FrameMaker 2022 Fixed Issues Tech Note.