CVE-2017-11227: Buffer Overflow
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 image conversion engine when processing Enhanced Metafile Format (EMF) private data. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11227?
CVE-2017-11227 is classified as a critical memory corruption vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11227?
To fix CVE-2017-11227, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version available.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-11227?
CVE-2017-11227 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 2017.009.20058 and earlier, 2017.008.30051 and earlier, 2015.006.30306 and earlier, and 11.0.20 and earlier.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-11227?
CVE-2017-11227 can be exploited through malicious Enhanced Metafile Format (EMF) files that trigger memory corruption.
Can CVE-2017-11227 affect users on macOS or Windows?
CVE-2017-11227 specifically affects vulnerable versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader and does not directly affect the operating systems like macOS or Windows.