CVE-2021-35986: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC getAnnots Type Confusion Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Fri Aug 20 2021(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 Type Confusion vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to read arbitrary system information 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 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 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-35986.
What software is affected by this vulnerability?
This vulnerability affects Adobe Acrobat Pro DC versions 15.008.20082 to 21.005.20054.
Is user interaction required to exploit this vulnerability?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability. The target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What is the severity rating of this vulnerability?
The severity rating of this vulnerability is medium, with a rating of 3.3.
How can I fix this vulnerability?
To fix this vulnerability, update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to a version beyond 21.005.20054.
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