CVE-2022-24092: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Font Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Fri Mar 18 2022(Updated: )
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 font file.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.008.20082<=21.007.20099 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<=21.007.20099 | |
| macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30204 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.001.30005<=20.004.30017 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30204 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | >=20.001.30005<=20.004.30017 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-24092?
CVE-2022-24092 is considered a high-severity vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2022-24092?
To address CVE-2022-24092, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest patched versions.
Which versions of Acrobat are affected by CVE-2022-24092?
CVE-2022-24092 affects Acrobat Reader DC versions 21.007.20099 and earlier, 20.004.30017 and earlier, and 17.011.30204 and earlier.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2022-24092?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-24092 can lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Is CVE-2022-24092 present in all operating systems?
No, CVE-2022-24092 specifically affects Adobe Acrobat on certain versions but does not affect macOS or Windows operating systems themselves.
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