CVE-2023-38238: ZDI-CAN-21243: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Font Parsing Use-After-Free Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (and earlier) are affected by a Use-After-Free 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-2023-38238.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38238?
The severity of CVE-2023-38238 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2023-38238?
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2023-38238.
What is the impact of CVE-2023-38238?
CVE-2023-38238 can lead to disclosure of sensitive memory and bypassing of mitigations such as ASLR.
Is Apple macOS or Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2023-38238?
No, Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not affected by CVE-2023-38238.