CVE-2023-38234: ZDI-CAN-21359: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Font Parsing Uninitialized Variable Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (and earlier) are affected by an Access of Uninitialized Pointer 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-2023-38234.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by this vulnerability?
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (and earlier) are affected by this vulnerability.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2023-38234 vulnerability?
The severity rating of CVE-2023-38234 vulnerability is 7.8 (High).
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
Exploitation of this vulnerability requires user interaction in that a victim must open a specially crafted PDF file.
Is there a fix available for this vulnerability?
Yes, Adobe has released security updates to address this vulnerability. It is recommended to update to the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader.