CVE-2017-11236: 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 internal handling of UTF-16 literal strings. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11236?
CVE-2017-11236 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11236?
To fix CVE-2017-11236, update Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Acrobat DC to the latest versions provided by Adobe.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-11236?
CVE-2017-11236 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 11.0.20 and earlier, as well as specific versions of Adobe Acrobat DC and Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-11236?
CVE-2017-11236 is a memory corruption vulnerability in the internal handling of UTF-16 literal strings.
Can CVE-2017-11236 be exploited remotely?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2017-11236 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, which poses serious security risks.