CVE-2017-16418: Critical severity adobe acrobat reader vulnerability
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. This vulnerability occurs as a result of a computation that reads data that is past the end of the target buffer; the computation is a part of the image conversion module that handles XPS files. The use of an invalid (out-of-range) pointer offset during access of internal data structure fields causes the vulnerability. A successful attack can lead to sensitive data exposure.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16418?
CVE-2017-16418 has been classified with high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16418?
To fix CVE-2017-16418, you should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to versions that are newer than 2017.012.20098, 2017.011.30066, 2015.006.30355, or 11.0.22.
What types of software are affected by CVE-2017-16418?
CVE-2017-16418 affects multiple versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader, including both classic and DC versions.
Can CVE-2017-16418 lead to data breaches?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2017-16418 can potentially lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Is CVE-2017-16418 related to file handling in Adobe Acrobat?
Yes, CVE-2017-16418 involves a vulnerability in file handling that allows reading of data beyond buffer limits.