7.8
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-28632: ZDI-CAN-13471: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC AcroForm Field Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Tue Aug 24 2021(Updated: )

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 Use After Free 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 SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Adobe Acrobat>=15.008.20082<=21.001.20155
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=15.008.20082<=21.001.20155
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=17.011.30180<=17.011.30196
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<=20.001.30025
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=17.011.30180<=17.011.30196
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<=20.001.30025

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-28632?

    CVE-2021-28632 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-28632?

    To fix CVE-2021-28632, update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2021-28632?

    CVE-2021-28632 affects Acrobat Reader DC versions 2021.001.20155 and earlier, 2020.001.30025 and earlier, and 2017.011.30196 and earlier.

  • Can CVE-2021-28632 lead to a security breach?

    Yes, CVE-2021-28632 can lead to a security breach allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • Is remote code execution possible with CVE-2021-28632?

    Yes, an unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2021-28632 for remote code execution.

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