CVE-2017-11253
First published: Sat May 19 2018(Updated: )
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.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=11.0.0<=11.0.22 | |
| Adobe Acrobat DC | >=15.006.30355<15.006.30392 | |
| Adobe Acrobat DC | >=17.012.20098<18.009.20044 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=11.0.0<=11.0.22 | |
| Adobe Acrobat DC | >=15.006.30355<15.006.30392 | |
| Adobe Acrobat DC | >=17.012.20098<18.009.20044 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11253?
The severity of CVE-2017-11253 is classified as critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11253?
To fix CVE-2017-11253, you should update Adobe Acrobat or Reader to the latest available version.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-11253?
CVE-2017-11253 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2017.012.20098 and earlier, 2017.011.30066 and earlier, 2015.006.30355 and earlier, and 11.0.22 and earlier.
What risks are associated with CVE-2017-11253?
The risks associated with CVE-2017-11253 include arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user, which can compromise system security.
Is there a known exploitation method for CVE-2017-11253?
Yes, CVE-2017-11253 can be exploited through an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader.
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