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CVE-2018-4991: Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions 4.4.1.298 and earlier have an exploitable Improper certif...

Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions 4.4.1.298 and earlier have an exploitable Improper certificate validation vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to a security bypass.

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CVE-2018-4991 affects Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application 4.4.1.298 and earlier. The issue is improper certificate validation, which could let an attacker bypass a security control. The available source bundle does not provide CVSS, severity, prerequisites, or detailed impact beyond security bypass. Exposure is limited to endpoints running Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application 4.4.1.298 or earlier. Organizations without that desktop application, or with newer vendor-supported versions, are not indicated as affected by the provided bundle. Treat as a targeted endpoint hygiene item, not an emergency based on current evidence. Prioritize confirming exposure and updating affected Creative Cloud Desktop Application installations, especially on systems with sensitive access. Mitigation focus: Inventory Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions across managed endpoints.; Review Adobe APSB18-12 and apply vendor-recommended updates or remediation.; Remove unused or unsupported affected installations from endpoints..

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
n/aCreative Cloud Desktop Application 4.4.1.298 and earlier versionsCreative Cloud Desktop Application 4.4.1.298 and earlier versionsListed
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