CVE-2022-35691: Adobe Acrobat Reader NULL Pointer Dereference Application denial-of-service
First published: Fri Oct 14 2022(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.002.20212 (and earlier) and 20.005.30381 (and earlier) are affected by a NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to achieve an application denial-of-service 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 Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.008.20082<22.003.20258 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<22.003.20258 | |
| macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.001.30005<20.005.30407 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | >=20.001.30005<20.005.30407 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-35691?
CVE-2022-35691 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to cause application denial-of-service.
How do I fix CVE-2022-35691?
To fix CVE-2022-35691, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to version 22.003.20259 or later and Adobe Acrobat to version 20.005.30408 or later.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2022-35691?
Adobe Acrobat versions 22.002.20212 and earlier, as well as Adobe Acrobat versions 20.005.30381 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2022-35691.
Can CVE-2022-35691 be exploited by unauthenticated users?
Yes, CVE-2022-35691 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers to create a denial-of-service condition.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-35691?
CVE-2022-35691 is classified as a NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerability.
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