CVE-2022-28243: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Doc Object Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 11, 2022
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Updated

Acrobat Reader DC version 22.001.2011x (and earlier), 20.005.3033x (and earlier) and 17.012.3022x (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability when parsing a crafted file, which could result in a read past the end of an allocated memory structure. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=22.001.20085
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=22.001.20085
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Acrobat>=17.011.30059<=17.012.30205
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=17.011.30059<=17.012.30205
Adobe Acrobat>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30314
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30314
Adobe Acrobat>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30311
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30311

Event History

May 11, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:38 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Oct 9, 58372
Event
12:56 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-28243?

CVE-2022-28243 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause an out-of-bounds read.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-28243?

To fix CVE-2022-28243, users should update their Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.

3

Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2022-28243?

CVE-2022-28243 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 22.001.2011x, 20.005.3033x, and 17.012.3022x and earlier.

4

Can CVE-2022-28243 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2022-28243 can potentially be exploited remotely if a user opens a crafted file.

5

What impact could CVE-2022-28243 have on users?

The impact of CVE-2022-28243 could result in unauthorized memory access, which may lead to information exposure.

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