CVE-2021-35980: Adobe Acrobat Reader SpellDictionaryExport Path Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Acrobat Reader DC versions 2021.005.20054 (and earlier), 2020.004.30005 (and earlier) and 2017.011.30197 (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Adobe Acrobat Reader vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Adobe Acrobat Reader vulnerability is CVE-2021-35980.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-35980?
The severity rating of CVE-2021-35980 is 7.8 (High).
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2021-35980?
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 2021.005.20054 (and earlier), 2020.004.30005 (and earlier), and 2017.011.30197 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2021-35980.
How can an attacker leverage CVE-2021-35980?
An unauthenticated attacker could leverage CVE-2021-35980 to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-35980?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-35980 at the following link: [Adobe Security Bulletin APSB21-51](https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb21-51.html).