Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader
CVE-2022-44512

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Adobe
Status
Acrobat Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 December 2024

What is CVE-2022-44512?

CVE-2022-44512 is a critical out-of-bounds write vulnerability affecting multiple versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC. This vulnerability can lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. An attacker can exploit this weakness by enticing a user to open a specially crafted malicious file. Only through user interaction can this exploit be triggered, which emphasizes the need for vigilance when handling unknown files. Adobe has released security updates to mitigate this risk. Users are encouraged to update to the latest versions to protect against potential exploitation.

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Affected Version(s)

Acrobat Reader 0 <= 17.012.30205

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb22-...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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