CVE-2022-27791: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Font Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Acrobat Reader DC versions 22.001.20085 (and earlier), 20.005.3031x (and earlier) and 17.012.30205 (and earlier) is affected by a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability due to insecure processing of a font, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction in that a victim must open a crafted .pdf file
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-27791?
CVE-2022-27791 is rated as critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2022-27791?
To fix CVE-2022-27791, update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to version 22.001.20086 or later.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC are affected by CVE-2022-27791?
CVE-2022-27791 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 22.001.20085 and earlier, as well as versions 20.005.3031x and 17.012.30205 and earlier.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2022-27791?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-27791 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the user running the application.
Does CVE-2022-27791 affect both Windows and Mac versions of Acrobat Reader?
Yes, CVE-2022-27791 affects both the Windows and macOS versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.