CVE-2022-34215: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Annotation Polygon Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.001.20142 (and earlier), 20.005.30334 (and earlier) and 17.012.30229 (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 execute code in the context of the current user. 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-2022-34215?
CVE-2022-34215 is rated as important severity due to its potential to expose sensitive information through an out-of-bounds read.
How do I fix CVE-2022-34215?
To fix CVE-2022-34215, upgrade Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions of Adobe software are affected by CVE-2022-34215?
CVE-2022-34215 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.001.20142 and earlier, 20.005.30334 and earlier, and 17.012.30229 and earlier.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2022-34215?
CVE-2022-34215 can be exploited by attackers using specially crafted PDF files to trigger the out-of-bounds read.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-34215?
Currently, the best approach for CVE-2022-34215 is to update the affected Adobe products, as no specific workaround is provided.