CVE-2017-3121: Buffer Overflow
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 an exploitable memory corruption vulnerability in the Enhanced Metafile Format (EMF) parser. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=11.0.0<11.0.21 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.000.0000<15.006.30355 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=17.000.0000<=17.011.30066 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=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 Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3121?
CVE-2017-3121 has a high severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3121?
To address CVE-2017-3121, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to a version newer than 11.0.20.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2017-3121?
CVE-2017-3121 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 11.0.20 and earlier, along with specific versions of Acrobat DC.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-3121?
CVE-2017-3121 is a memory corruption vulnerability found in the Enhanced Metafile Format parser.
Can CVE-2017-3121 allow remote attackers to execute code?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2017-3121 can lead to arbitrary code execution by remote attackers.
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