CVE-2017-16416
First published: Sat Dec 09 2017(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Adobe Acrobat and Reader: 2017.012.20098 and earlier versions, 2017.011.30066 and earlier versions, 2015.006.30355 and earlier versions, and 11.0.22 and earlier versions. The vulnerability is caused by a computation that writes data past the end of the intended buffer; the computation is part of the image conversion module that handles Enhanced Metafile Format Plus (EMF+) data. The vulnerability is a result of an out of range pointer offset that is used to access sub-elements of an internal data structure. An attacker can potentially leverage the vulnerability to corrupt sensitive data or execute arbitrary code.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=11.0.22 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.0<=17.011.30066 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=-<=17.012.20098 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.0<=15.006.30355 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | <=11.0.22 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | >=17.0<=17.011.30066 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=-<=17.012.20098 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.0<=15.006.30355 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16416?
CVE-2017-16416 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16416?
To fix CVE-2017-16416, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version available.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-16416?
CVE-2017-16416 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 11.0.22 and earlier, among others.
Can CVE-2017-16416 cause data loss?
Yes, CVE-2017-16416 may lead to data loss if exploited, as it allows writing past the intended buffer.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-16416?
CVE-2017-16416 can be exploited via malicious PDF files that execute arbitrary code.
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