CVE-2023-21585: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Font Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.003.20282 (and earlier), 22.003.20281 (and earlier) and 20.005.30418 (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could lead to disclosure of sensitive memory. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to bypass mitigations such as ASLR. 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 vulnerability ID for this Adobe Acrobat Reader vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Adobe Acrobat Reader vulnerability is CVE-2023-21585.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by this vulnerability?
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.003.20282 (and earlier), 22.003.20281 (and earlier), and 20.005.30418 (and earlier) are affected by this vulnerability.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-21585?
The severity of CVE-2023-21585 is medium, with a severity value of 5.5.
How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to perform an out-of-bounds read, leading to disclosure of sensitive memory.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-21585?
Yes, Adobe has released a security update to address this vulnerability. It is recommended to update to the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader to mitigate the risk.