CVE-2017-11265: 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 Adobe Graphics Manager module. 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 Reader DC | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30306 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.007.20033<=17.009.20058 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | >=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 Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11265?
CVE-2017-11265 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11265?
To mitigate CVE-2017-11265, upgrade Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version as advised in the official vendor updates.
What types of software are affected by CVE-2017-11265?
CVE-2017-11265 affects multiple versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader, Acrobat DC, and Acrobat Reader DC prior to specified versions.
Can CVE-2017-11265 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-11265 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.
Is there any workaround for CVE-2017-11265?
Currently, there are no effective workarounds for CVE-2017-11265 other than applying the necessary updates.
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