CVE-2023-26406: ZDI-CAN-20712: Net.HTTP.request URL restriction bypass
First published: Wed Apr 12 2023(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.001.20093 (and earlier) and 20.005.30441 (and earlier) are affected by an Improper Access Control 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 Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.001.3005<=20.005.30441 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Dc | >=15.008.20082<=23.001.20093 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.001.3005<=20.005.30441 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.008.20082<=23.001.20093 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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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-2023-26406.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by this vulnerability?
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.001.20093 (and earlier) and 20.005.30441 (and earlier) are affected by this vulnerability.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-26406?
The severity of CVE-2023-26406 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
Exploitation of this vulnerability requires user interaction in that a victim must open a specially crafted PDF file.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
You can find more information about this vulnerability on Adobe's Security Bulletins page: https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb23-24.html
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