CVE-2017-2946: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jan 11 2017(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 15.020.20042 and earlier, 15.006.30244 and earlier, 11.0.18 and earlier have an exploitable heap overflow vulnerability when parsing the segment for storing non-graphic information. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=11.0.18 | |
| Adobe Acrobat DC | <=15.006.30244 | |
| Adobe Acrobat DC | <=15.020.20042 | |
| Adobe Acrobat DC | <=15.006.30244 | |
| Adobe Acrobat DC | <=15.020.20042 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=11.0.18 | |
| macOS Yosemite | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the affected versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader for CVE-2017-2946?
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 15.020.20042 and earlier, 15.006.30244 and earlier, and 11.0.18 and earlier are affected by CVE-2017-2946.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2946?
CVE-2017-2946 is a heap overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
What can be the potential impact of exploiting CVE-2017-2946?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2017-2946 could result in arbitrary code execution on the affected system.
How can I mitigate the risk associated with CVE-2017-2946?
The best way to mitigate the risk of CVE-2017-2946 is to update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version available.
Is Adobe Acrobat DC also vulnerable to CVE-2017-2946?
Yes, Adobe Acrobat DC versions 15.020.20042 and earlier and 15.006.30244 and earlier are also vulnerable to CVE-2017-2946.
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