CVE-2017-11228: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 11, 2017
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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 image conversion engine when processing JPEG 2000 (JP2) code stream data. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Adobe Acrobat>=11.0.0<=11.0.20
Adobe Acrobat>=17.011.00000<=17.011.30066
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30306
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.007.20033<=17.009.20058
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 Reader>=11.0.0<=11.0.20
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Aug 11, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-11228?

CVE-2017-11228 is considered to be a critical vulnerability due to its potential for memory corruption and exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-11228?

To mitigate CVE-2017-11228, it is recommended to update Adobe Acrobat Reader and Acrobat to the latest version available.

3

Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2017-11228?

CVE-2017-11228 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader 11.0.20 and earlier, Acrobat DC versions up to 15.006.30306, and other specific versions listed in the CVE description.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-11228?

CVE-2017-11228 is classified as a memory corruption vulnerability in the image conversion engine of Adobe Acrobat.

5

Can CVE-2017-11228 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-11228 can be exploited remotely by manipulating JPEG 2000 code stream data.

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