Vulnerability Description
XMP Toolkit version 2020.1 (and earlier) is affected by a null pointer dereference vulnerability that could result in leaking data from certain memory locations and causing a local denial of service in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the victim will need to open a specially crafted MXF file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Xmp Toolkit Software Development Kit | <= 2020.1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/xmpcore/apsb21-85.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/09/msg00032.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/xmpcore/apsb21-85.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/09/msg00032.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/08/msg00003.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-40732?
CVE-2021-40732 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). XMP Toolkit version 2020.1 (and earlier) is affected by a null pointer dereference vulnerability that could result in leaking data from certain memory locations and causing a local denial of service i...
How severe is CVE-2021-40732?
CVE-2021-40732 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-40732?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Xmp Toolkit Software Development Kit, Debian Debian Linux.