CVE-2021-44712: Adobe Acrobat Reader Memory Corruption could lead to Application denial-of-service
Acrobat Reader DC version 21.007.20099 (and earlier), 20.004.30017 (and earlier) and 17.011.30204 (and earlier) are affected by an Access of Memory Location After End of Buffer vulnerability that could lead to application denial-of-service. 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 severity of CVE-2021-44712?
CVE-2021-44712 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that can lead to application denial-of-service.
How do I fix CVE-2021-44712?
To fix CVE-2021-44712, update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version available beyond 21.007.20099.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2021-44712?
CVE-2021-44712 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 21.007.20099 and earlier, versions 20.004.30017 and earlier, and versions of Adobe Acrobat from 17.011.30059 to 17.011.30204.
Is any operating system affected by CVE-2021-44712?
CVE-2021-44712 primarily affects Adobe Acrobat software and does not directly affect operating systems like Windows or macOS.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-44712?
CVE-2021-44712 is characterized as an Access of Memory Location After End of Buffer vulnerability.