CVE-2023-38237: ZDI-CAN-21244: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Font Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (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 CVE-2023-38237?
CVE-2023-38237 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (and earlier) that could lead to disclosure of sensitive memory.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-38237?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-38237 to bypass mitigations such as ASLR and potentially disclose sensitive memory.
Is Adobe Acrobat DC affected by CVE-2023-38237?
Yes, Adobe Acrobat DC versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2023-38237.
Is Adobe Acrobat Reader DC affected by CVE-2023-38237?
Yes, Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2023-38237.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38237?
CVE-2023-38237 has a severity rating of 5.5 (Medium).
How can I fix CVE-2023-38237?
To fix CVE-2023-38237, users are advised to update to Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.003.20269 or later for Adobe Acrobat DC, and versions 23.003.20269 or later for Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.