CVE-2017-11300: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 9, 2017
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Adobe Digital Editions 4.5.6 and earlier versions. An exploitable memory corruption vulnerability exists, which could lead to disclosure of memory addresses.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Adobe Digital Editions<=4.5.6

Event History

Dec 9, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-11300?

CVE-2017-11300 is a vulnerability in Adobe Digital Editions 4.5.6 and earlier versions that allows memory corruption and disclosure of memory addresses.

2

How severe is CVE-2017-11300?

CVE-2017-11300 has a severity rating of 5.3 (medium).

3

How can the Adobe Digital Editions vulnerability be exploited?

The vulnerability in Adobe Digital Editions can be exploited through memory corruption, leading to the disclosure of memory addresses.

4

Is there a fix for CVE-2017-11300?

Yes, Adobe has released a security bulletin (APSB17-39) that provides information and patches to address the vulnerability in Adobe Digital Editions. Users should update to the latest version.

5

Where can I find additional information on CVE-2017-11300?

Additional information on CVE-2017-11300 can be found on the SecurityFocus and SecurityTracker websites, as well as the Adobe Security Products webpage.

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