CVE-2021-28551: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC JPEG2000 Editing Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Acrobat Reader DC versions versions 2021.001.20155 (and earlier), 2020.001.30025 (and earlier) and 2017.011.30196 (and earlier) are affected by an Out-of-bounds read 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-28551?
CVE-2021-28551 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-28551?
To fix CVE-2021-28551, update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version available from Adobe.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC are affected by CVE-2021-28551?
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 2021.001.20155 and earlier, 2020.001.30025 and earlier, and 2017.011.30196 and earlier are all affected by CVE-2021-28551.
Can CVE-2021-28551 be exploited remotely?
Yes, an unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2021-28551 remotely to achieve arbitrary code execution.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-28551?
The potential impacts of CVE-2021-28551 include system compromise and execution of arbitrary commands on the affected system.