CVE-2022-28263: 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-2022-28263?
CVE-2022-28263 has been assigned a severity rating of important due to its potential for exploitation through crafted files.
What is CVE-2022-28263?
CVE-2022-28263 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader DC that could allow an attacker to read past allocated memory.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28263?
To fix CVE-2022-28263, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2022-28263?
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC version 22.001.2011 and earlier, 20.005.3033 and earlier, as well as 17.012.3022 and earlier are affected by CVE-2022-28263.
Can CVE-2022-28263 affect users on macOS or Windows?
No, CVE-2022-28263 specifically affects the Adobe Acrobat Reader DC software and does not affect macOS or Windows directly.