CVE-2022-28252: 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28252?
CVE-2022-28252 has been classified as a medium-severity vulnerability.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC are affected by CVE-2022-28252?
Versions 22.001.2011x and earlier, 20.005.3033x and earlier, and 17.012.3022x and earlier are affected by CVE-2022-28252.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28252?
To mitigate CVE-2022-28252, users should upgrade to the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-28252?
CVE-2022-28252 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that can occur when parsing a specially crafted file.
Can CVE-2022-28252 allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code?
CVE-2022-28252 may allow an attacker to read sensitive information past the bounds of allocated memory, but it does not directly lead to arbitrary code execution.