Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader

Summary

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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