CVE-2017-3049: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Apr 12 2017(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 11.0.19 and earlier, 15.006.30280 and earlier, 15.023.20070 and earlier have an exploitable heap overflow vulnerability in the image conversion engine, related to internal tile manipulation in TIFF files. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=11.0.19 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | <=15.006.30280 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | <=15.023.20070 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=15.006.30280 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=15.023.20070 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=11.0.19 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3049?
CVE-2017-3049 has a severe rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3049?
To fix CVE-2017-3049, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to version 11.0.20 or later, or Adobe Acrobat DC to versions later than 15.006.30281 and 15.023.20071.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-3049?
CVE-2017-3049 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 11.0.19 and earlier, along with certain versions of Adobe Acrobat DC.
Can CVE-2017-3049 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-3049 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted TIFF files.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2017-3049?
The risks of CVE-2017-3049 include the possibility of attackers executing arbitrary code on the affected system.
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