CVE-2017-3118: Infoleak
First published: Fri Aug 11 2017(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat Reader 2017.009.20058 and earlier, 2017.008.30051 and earlier, 2015.006.30306 and earlier, and 11.0.20 and earlier has a security bypass vulnerability related to execution of malicious attachments.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=11.0.0<11.0.21 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.000.0000<15.006.30355 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=17.000.0000<=17.011.30066 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=17.000.0000<17.012.20098 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.000.0000<15.006.30355 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.000.0000<17.011.30066 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.000.0000<17.012.20098 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=11.0.0<11.0.21 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3118?
CVE-2017-3118 is classified as a critical security bypass vulnerability that can lead to the execution of malicious attachments.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3118?
To mitigate CVE-2017-3118, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Acrobat DC to the latest versions released after the affected versions.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2017-3118?
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 2017.009.20058 and earlier, 2017.008.30051 and earlier, 2015.006.30306 and earlier, and 11.0.20 and earlier are affected by CVE-2017-3118.
Are all platforms affected by CVE-2017-3118?
CVE-2017-3118 primarily affects Adobe Acrobat software and does not involve operating system-specific vulnerabilities.
What types of attacks can CVE-2017-3118 enable?
CVE-2017-3118 can allow attackers to execute malicious attachments without proper user consent or awareness, posing a significant security risk.
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