CVE-2022-27796: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC AcroForm isBoxChecked Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Acrobat Reader DC versions 22.001.20085 (and earlier), 20.005.3031x (and earlier) and 17.012.30205 (and earlier) are affected by a use-after-free vulnerability in the processing of the acroform event 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-2022-27796?
CVE-2022-27796 is considered a critical vulnerability that allows for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2022-27796?
To fix CVE-2022-27796, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version available.
What versions are affected by CVE-2022-27796?
CVE-2022-27796 affects Adobe Acrobat DC versions 22.001.20085 and earlier, as well as earlier versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.
What types of systems are vulnerable to CVE-2022-27796?
CVE-2022-27796 primarily affects systems running vulnerable versions of Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader on supported operating systems.
Can CVE-2022-27796 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2022-27796 can potentially be exploited remotely via malicious PDF files.