CVE-2022-28261: 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-2022-28261?
CVE-2022-28261 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2022-28261?
CVE-2022-28261 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 22.001.2011 and earlier, 20.005.3033 and earlier, and 17.012.3022 and earlier.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28261?
To fix CVE-2022-28261, update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version available.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-28261?
CVE-2022-28261 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that may lead to unauthorized memory access.
Can CVE-2022-28261 affect data confidentiality?
Yes, CVE-2022-28261 may affect data confidentiality by allowing an attacker to read past the end of allocated memory.