CVE-2022-28257: 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-2022-28257?
CVE-2022-28257 has a severity rating of critical due to its potential for exploitation leading to arbitrary information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28257?
To fix CVE-2022-28257, update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC and Acrobat to the latest versions provided by Adobe.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2022-28257?
CVE-2022-28257 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 22.001.2011 and earlier, 20.005.3033 and earlier, and 17.012.3022 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-28257?
CVE-2022-28257 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that occurs when parsing crafted files.
Can CVE-2022-28257 lead to remote code execution?
CVE-2022-28257 may lead to potential disclosure of sensitive information but does not lead to remote code execution.