CVE-2023-26423: ZDI-CAN-20160: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC AcroForm insertItemAt Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.001.20093 (and earlier) and 20.005.30441 (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 vulnerability ID for this Adobe Acrobat Reader vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Adobe Acrobat Reader vulnerability is CVE-2023-26423.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-26423?
The severity of CVE-2023-26423 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2023-26423?
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.001.20093 (and earlier) and 20.005.30441 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2023-26423.
What is the impact of CVE-2023-26423?
CVE-2023-26423 could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
How can CVE-2023-26423 be exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2023-26423 requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file or visit a compromised website.