CVE-2021-45068: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Font Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Acrobat Reader DC version 21.007.20099 (and earlier), 20.004.30017 (and earlier) and 17.011.30204 (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that could result in 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-45068?
CVE-2021-45068 has a critical severity level as it allows for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45068?
To fix CVE-2021-45068, users should update Adobe Acrobat DC or Acrobat Reader to the latest version.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2021-45068?
CVE-2021-45068 affects Adobe Acrobat DC version 21.007.20099 and earlier, Acrobat Reader DC version 20.004.30017 and earlier, and Acrobat version 17.011.30204 and earlier.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2021-45068?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-45068 could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Is CVE-2021-45068 specific to any operating system?
CVE-2021-45068 is not specific to any operating system, as it affects versions of Adobe software that run on multiple platforms.