Type Confusion Overflow Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader
CVE-2017-16379

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Adobe
Status
Adobe Acrobat Reader 2017.012.20098 And Earlier Versions, 2017.011.30066 And Earlier Versions, 2015.006.30355 And Earlier Versions, 11.0.22 And Earlier Versions
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 December 2017

Summary

A type confusion overflow vulnerability exists in Adobe Acrobat and Reader, affecting versions up to 2017.012.20098, 2017.011.30066, 2015.006.30355, and 11.0.22. This flaw resides in the graphics rendering engine, potentially allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code. Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and impact system integrity. Users are advised to update to the latest versions to ensure protection against possible exploits.

Affected Version(s)

Adobe Acrobat Reader 2017.012.20098 and earlier , 2017.011.30066 and earlier , 2015.006.30355 and earlier , 11.0.22 and earlier Adobe Acrobat Reader 2017.012.20098 and earlier versions, 2017.011.30066 and earlier versions, 2015.006.30355 and earlier versions, 11.0.22 and earlier versions

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039791
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb17-...
x_refsource_CONFIRM
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101815
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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