CVE-2021-35981: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC launchURL Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 20, 2021
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Updated

Acrobat Reader DC versions 2021.005.20054 (and earlier), 2020.004.30005 (and earlier) and 2017.011.30197 (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.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=21.005.20054
Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30197
Adobe Acrobat DC>=20.001.30005<=20.004.30005
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=21.005.20054
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30197
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=20.001.30005<=20.004.30005

Event History

Aug 20, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-35981?

CVE-2021-35981 is classified as critical due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-35981?

To mitigate CVE-2021-35981, update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version available.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-35981?

CVE-2021-35981 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 2021.005.20054 and earlier, 2020.004.30005 and earlier, and 2017.011.30197 and earlier.

4

Can CVE-2021-35981 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-35981 can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker leveraging the vulnerability remotely.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-35981?

CVE-2021-35981 is an 'Use-after-free' vulnerability that can lead to memory corruption.

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