7.8
CWE
416
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-34225: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC AcroForm exportValues Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri Jul 15 2022(Updated: )

Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.001.20142 (and earlier), 20.005.30334 (and earlier) and 17.012.30229 (and earlier) are affected by a Use After Free vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=22.001.20142
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=15.008.20082<=22.001.20142
macOS
Microsoft Windows Operating System
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30334
Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30334
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30331
Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30331
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=17.011.30059<=17.012.30229
Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager>=17.011.30059<=17.012.30229
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=17.011.30059<=17.012.30227
Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager>=17.011.30059<=17.012.30227

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-34225?

    CVE-2022-34225 is classified as a critical vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-34225?

    To fix CVE-2022-34225, update Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-34225?

    CVE-2022-34225 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions up to 22.001.20142 and earlier, and similar versions of Adobe Acrobat DC.

  • What impact does CVE-2022-34225 have?

    CVE-2022-34225 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user, potentially compromising the system.

  • Is Adobe Acrobat DC vulnerable due to CVE-2022-34225?

    Yes, Adobe Acrobat DC is vulnerable to CVE-2022-34225 if it is running version 22.001.20142 or earlier.

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