CVE-2022-28259: 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-2022-28259?
CVE-2022-28259 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to lead to memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28259?
To fix CVE-2022-28259, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.
Which versions of Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2022-28259?
CVE-2022-28259 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 22.001.2011 and earlier, 20.005.3033 and earlier, and 17.012.3022 and earlier.
Can exploiting CVE-2022-28259 lead to remote code execution?
Exploiting CVE-2022-28259 could potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, posing a serious security risk.
What kind of attack vector is associated with CVE-2022-28259?
CVE-2022-28259 involves an attacker crafting a malicious file that, when opened, can trigger an out-of-bounds read vulnerability.