Access of Uninitialized Pointer Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader
CVE-2025-27158

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Adobe
Status
Acrobat Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 March 2025

Summary

Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30225, 20.005.30748, and 25.001.20428 are susceptible to an Access of Uninitialized Pointer vulnerability. This issue can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current user, provided that the victim interacts by opening a specially crafted malicious file. This vulnerability highlights the importance of cautious file handling and keeping software updated to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

Acrobat Reader 0 <= 25.001.20428

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb25-...
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

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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