CVE-2017-11255: 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 TIFF color map data. 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-2017-11255?
CVE-2017-11255 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11255?
To fix CVE-2017-11255, update to the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader or Adobe Acrobat DC that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-11255?
CVE-2017-11255 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 2017.009.20058 and earlier, Acrobat DC versions 15.006.30306 and earlier, and Acrobat versions 11.0.20 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-11255?
CVE-2017-11255 is a memory corruption vulnerability in the image conversion engine when processing TIFF color map data.
Can CVE-2017-11255 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-11255 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted TIFF files.
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