CVE-2017-11269: Buffer Overflow
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 Enhanced Metafile Format (EMF) image stream data. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11269?
CVE-2017-11269 has been classified with a medium severity level due to its potential for memory corruption exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11269?
To fix CVE-2017-11269, update Adobe Acrobat Reader or Adobe Acrobat DC to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-11269?
CVE-2017-11269 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 11.0.20 and earlier, versions of 2017 Acrobat Reader up to 17.011.30066, and various versions of Adobe Acrobat DC.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-11269?
CVE-2017-11269 can be exploited through specially crafted Enhanced Metafile Format (EMF) image stream data that may allow arbitrary code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-11269?
There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2017-11269, so upgrading to the patched version is the recommended approach.