CVE-2022-24103: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Acrobat Reader DC versions 20.001.20085 (and earlier), 20.005.3031x (and earlier) and 17.012.30205 (and earlier) are affected by a use-after-free 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-2022-24103?
CVE-2022-24103 is considered a critical vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2022-24103?
To mitigate CVE-2022-24103, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2022-24103?
CVE-2022-24103 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 20.001.20085 and earlier, 20.005.3031x and earlier, and 17.012.30205 and earlier.
Can CVE-2022-24103 lead to system compromise?
Yes, CVE-2022-24103 can potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user, leading to system compromise.
What is a use-after-free vulnerability as seen in CVE-2022-24103?
A use-after-free vulnerability like CVE-2022-24103 occurs when a program continues to use a pointer after the memory it points to has been freed, allowing exploitation.