CVE-2021-21037: Acrobat Reader DC Path Traversal Vulnerability Could Lead To Arbitrary Code Execution
First published: Tue Feb 09 2021(Updated: )
Acrobat Reader DC versions versions 2020.013.20074 (and earlier), 2020.001.30018 (and earlier) and 2017.011.30188 (and earlier) are affected by a Path Traversal vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.0<=17.011.30188 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.0<=20.001.30018 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | <=20.013.20074 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.0<=17.011.30188 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.0<=20.001.300183 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=20.013.20074 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-21037?
CVE-2021-21037 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21037?
To fix CVE-2021-21037, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2021-21037?
CVE-2021-21037 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions up to 20.013.20074, as well as earlier versions of 2020 and 2017.
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-21037 remotely?
Yes, an unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2021-21037 remotely to execute arbitrary code.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-21037?
The potential impacts of CVE-2021-21037 include unauthorized access to sensitive data and complete control over the affected system.
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