CVE-2022-28245: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Doc Object Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Wed May 11 2022(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 bypass mitigations such as ASLR. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.008.20082<=22.001.20085 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<=22.001.20085 | |
| macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.30059<=17.012.30205 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | >=17.011.30059<=17.012.30205 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.001.30005<=20.005.30314 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | >=20.001.30005<=20.005.30314 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.001.30005<=20.005.30311 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | >=20.001.30005<=20.005.30311 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28245?
CVE-2022-28245 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for exploitation via crafted files.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28245?
To fix CVE-2022-28245, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-28245?
CVE-2022-28245 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 22.001.2011 and earlier, 20.005.3033 and earlier, and 17.012.3022 and earlier.
Can CVE-2022-28245 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2022-28245 can potentially be exploited by attackers to read past the allocated memory end, which could lead to unauthorized access.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-28245?
CVE-2022-28245 is classified as an out-of-bounds read vulnerability.
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