CVE-2017-11222: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Aug 11 2017(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat Reader 2017.009.20058 and earlier, 2017.008.30051 and earlier, 2015.006.30306 and earlier, and 11.0.20 and earlier has an exploitable memory corruption vulnerability in the Product Representation Compact (PRC) engine. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=11.0.0<=11.0.20 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.00000<=17.011.30066 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30306 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.007.20033<=17.009.20058 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | >=17.011.00000<=17.011.30066 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30306 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.007.20033<=17.009.20058 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=11.0.0<=11.0.20 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11222?
CVE-2017-11222 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11222?
To fix CVE-2017-11222, update Adobe Acrobat Reader and Acrobat DC to the latest versions available.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-11222?
CVE-2017-11222 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 2017.009.20058 and earlier, 2017.008.30051 and earlier, as well as Adobe Acrobat DC versions 15.006.30306 and earlier.
What does CVE-2017-11222 exploit?
CVE-2017-11222 exploits a memory corruption vulnerability in the Product Representation Compact (PRC) engine of Adobe Acrobat.
What are the consequences of CVE-2017-11222?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-11222 could lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to run malicious software on the affected system.
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