CVE-2017-11242: 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 image conversion engine when processing Enhanced Metafile Format (EMF) data related to line segments. 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 | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30306 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.007.20033<=17.009.20058 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11242?
CVE-2017-11242 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for memory corruption leading to remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11242?
To fix CVE-2017-11242, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe, ensuring that you have the patched versions as specified in their security bulletins.
Which Adobe products are affected by CVE-2017-11242?
CVE-2017-11242 affects several versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader, Acrobat DC, and related software with specific version limits.
Can CVE-2017-11242 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-11242 can be exploited remotely by an attacker through specifically crafted EMF data.
What types of attacks can CVE-2017-11242 lead to?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-11242 can lead to memory corruption which may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.
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