CVE-2022-23202 is a vulnerability in Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application
Published on February 16, 2022
Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Uncontrolled Search Path Element Arbitrary code execution
Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop version 2.7.0.13 (and earlier) is affected by an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must download a malicious DLL file. The attacker has to deliver the DLL on the same folder as the installer which makes it as a high complexity attack vector.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2022-23202 is exploitable with local system access, requires user interaction. This vulnerability is consided to have a high level of attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to be very high.
Weakness Type
What is a DLL preloading Vulnerability?
The product uses a fixed or controlled search path to find resources, but one or more locations in that path can be under the control of unintended actors.
CVE-2022-23202 has been classified to as a DLL preloading vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2022-23202
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Affected Versions
Adobe Creative Cloud (desktop component):- Version unspecified, <= 2.7.0.13 is affected.
- Version unspecified, <= None is affected.
Exploit Probability
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