CVE-2017-2974: High severity Adobe Digital Editions vulnerability
Published Feb 15, 2017
·Updated
Adobe Digital Editions versions 4.5.3 and earlier have an exploitable buffer over-read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Adobe Digital Editions<=4.5.3
Event History
Feb 15, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:11 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:11 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2974?
CVE-2017-2974 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-2974?
To fix CVE-2017-2974, update Adobe Digital Editions to version 4.5.4 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2974?
CVE-2017-2974 is identified as a buffer over-read vulnerability.
4
What versions of Adobe Digital Editions are affected by CVE-2017-2974?
CVE-2017-2974 affects Adobe Digital Editions versions 4.5.3 and earlier.
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What could be the consequence of exploiting CVE-2017-2974?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2017-2974 could lead to unauthorized information disclosure.