CVE-2023-38242: ZDI-CAN-21387: 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-2023-38242?
CVE-2023-38242 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 the disclosure of sensitive memory.
How does CVE-2023-38242 affect Adobe Acrobat Reader?
CVE-2023-38242 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (and earlier) by allowing an attacker to bypass mitigations such as ASLR and potentially disclose sensitive memory.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38242?
The severity of CVE-2023-38242 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.
How can I mitigate the vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader?
To mitigate the vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader, it is recommended to update to version 23.003.20269 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-38242?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-38242 on the Adobe website at https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb23-30.html.