CWE
125
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-39844: Adobe Acrobat Reader CalRGB Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability

First published: Tue Sep 14 2021(Updated: )

Acrobat Reader DC versions 2021.005.20060 (and earlier), 2020.004.30006 (and earlier) and 2017.011.30199 (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could lead to disclosure of arbitrary memory 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 SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<=20.004.30006
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<=20.004.30006
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Acrobat>=15.008.20082<=21.005.20058
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=15.008.20082<=21.005.20058
Adobe Acrobat>=15.008.20082<=21.005.20060
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=15.008.20082<=21.005.20060
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30199
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30199

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-39844?

    CVE-2021-39844 has a severity rating that indicates it could potentially lead to disclosure of sensitive memory information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-39844?

    To fix CVE-2021-39844, ensure you update to the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC or Adobe Acrobat DC that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What versions of Adobe software are affected by CVE-2021-39844?

    CVE-2021-39844 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions up to 21.005.20060, 2020.004.30006, and 2017.011.30199, along with earlier versions.

  • Can CVE-2021-39844 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2021-39844 does not indicate a direct remote exploit vector but could be exploited in the context of the current user.

  • What types of systems are at risk from CVE-2021-39844?

    CVE-2021-39844 primarily affects systems running vulnerable versions of Adobe Acrobat software on Windows and macOS.

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