Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader Products
CVE-2017-16409
Key Information:
- Vendor
Adobe
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 9 December 2017
What is CVE-2017-16409?
A buffer overflow vulnerability was identified in Adobe Acrobat and Reader products, triggered by an out-of-range pointer offset in the graphics module responsible for text display. This flaw allows attackers to exploit the improper access of internal data structures, potentially leading to an exposure of sensitive information. Users of affected versions are strongly advised to update to patched releases to mitigate this risk.

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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
EPSS Score
8% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.
CVSS V3.1
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved