CVE-2023-21579: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Font Parsing Integer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jan 18, 2023
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Updated

Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.003.20282 (and earlier), 22.003.20281 (and earlier) and 20.005.30418 (and earlier) are affected by an Integer Overflow or Wraparound 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.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=22.003.20282
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=22.003.20282
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=22.003.20281
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=22.003.20281
Apple macOS
Adobe Acrobat>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30418
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30418

Event History

Jan 18, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21579?

CVE-2023-21579 has a high severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-21579?

To fix CVE-2023-21579, update Adobe Acrobat Reader or Acrobat DC to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2023-21579?

Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.003.20282 and earlier, as well as 20.005.30418 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2023-21579.

4

What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2023-21579 involve?

CVE-2023-21579 involves an Integer Overflow or Wraparound vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2023-21579 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2023-21579 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local access to the affected application.

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