CVE-2022-28240: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Acrobat Reader DC version 22.001.2011x (and earlier), 20.005.3033x (and earlier) and 17.012.3022x (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-2022-28240?
CVE-2022-28240 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28240?
To resolve CVE-2022-28240, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version available from Adobe.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2022-28240?
CVE-2022-28240 affects Acrobat Reader DC version 22.001.2011x and earlier, version 20.005.3033x and earlier, and version 17.012.3022x and earlier.
What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2022-28240 represent?
CVE-2022-28240 is a use-after-free vulnerability, which can lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Is there a known workaround for CVE-2022-28240?
Currently, the best mitigation for CVE-2022-28240 is to apply the latest security updates provided by Adobe.