CVE-2017-11250: Critical severity Adobe Acrobat vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2017.012.20098 and earlier, 2017.011.30066 and earlier, 2015.006.30355 and earlier, 11.0.22 and earlier have an exploitable out-of-bounds read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11250?
CVE-2017-11250 has a high severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11250?
To fix CVE-2017-11250, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions released after the vulnerabilities.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2017-11250?
CVE-2017-11250 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions prior to 2017.012.20098, 2017.011.30066, 2015.006.30355, and 11.0.22.
Can CVE-2017-11250 allow the execution of malicious code?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2017-11250 can lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-11250 before applying the patch?
While a specific workaround for CVE-2017-11250 is not recommended, users should avoid opening untrusted PDF files until the software is updated.