critical
9.3
CWE
416
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-11256: Use After Free

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 use after free vulnerability when generating content using XFA layout engine. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=11.0.0<=11.0.20
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 Notification Manager>=17.011.00000<=17.011.30066
Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30306
Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager>=15.007.20033<=17.009.20058
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=11.0.0<=11.0.20
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows

Remedy

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb17-24.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-11256?

    CVE-2017-11256 has a high severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-11256?

    To fix CVE-2017-11256, update Adobe Acrobat Reader or Adobe Acrobat DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.

  • What versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2017-11256?

    CVE-2017-11256 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 2017.009.20058 and earlier, 2017.008.30051 and earlier, 2015.006.30306 and earlier, and 11.0.20 and earlier.

  • Can CVE-2017-11256 lead to data breaches?

    Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2017-11256 could lead to unauthorized access and potential data breaches.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-11256?

    CVE-2017-11256 can be exploited through crafted PDF files that trigger the use after free vulnerability.

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