CVE-2022-28248: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Annotation Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
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.
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What is the severity of CVE-2022-28248?
CVE-2022-28248 has a severity rating that indicates it could potentially allow an attacker to read past the end of an allocated memory structure.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28248?
To fix CVE-2022-28248, update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to a version later than 22.001.20085 or Adobe Acrobat to a newer version beyond their affected thresholds.
Which software versions are vulnerable to CVE-2022-28248?
CVE-2022-28248 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 22.001.2011x and earlier, as well as Acrobat versions 20.005.3033x and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-28248?
CVE-2022-28248 is classified as an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that occurs when parsing crafted files.
Can CVE-2022-28248 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2022-28248 could be exploited by an attacker via a specially crafted file sent to the user.