CVE-2022-34229: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC AcroForm rect Use-After-Free 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 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-34229?
CVE-2022-34229 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2022-34229?
To fix CVE-2022-34229, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to a version later than 22.001.20142, 20.005.30334, or 17.012.30229.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2022-34229?
CVE-2022-34229 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.001.20142 and earlier, 20.005.30334 and earlier, and 17.012.30229 and earlier.
Can exploitation of CVE-2022-34229 be mitigated?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-34229 can be mitigated by disabling JavaScript in Adobe Acrobat Reader until an update is applied.
What types of systems are at risk from CVE-2022-34229?
CVE-2022-34229 can affect any system running an affected version of Adobe Acrobat Reader on Windows or macOS.