CVE-2021-44741: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC NULL Pointer Dereference 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 a Null pointer dereference vulnerability when parsing a specially crafted file. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to achieve an application denial-of-service 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 severity of CVE-2021-44741?
CVE-2021-44741 is classified as a critical vulnerability affecting Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.
How do I fix CVE-2021-44741?
To fix CVE-2021-44741, upgrade to the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC or Acrobat.
What versions are affected by CVE-2021-44741?
CVE-2021-44741 affects Acrobat Reader DC versions 21.007.20099 and earlier, 20.004.30017 and earlier, and 17.011.30204 and earlier.
Can CVE-2021-44741 be exploited remotely?
Yes, an unauthenticated attacker could potentially exploit CVE-2021-44741 remotely via a specially crafted file.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2021-44741?
CVE-2021-44741 is a Null pointer dereference vulnerability that occurs when parsing specially crafted files.