CVE-2023-44360: ZDI-CAN-21882: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Nov 16, 2023
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Updated

Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.006.20360 (and earlier) and 20.005.30524 (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.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<23.006.20380
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<23.006.20380
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Acrobat>=20.001.30005<=20.005.30539
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<20.005.30539

Event History

Nov 16, 2023
CVE Published
09:52 AM
Data Sourced
09:52 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-44360?

CVE-2023-44360 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 23.006.20360 and earlier.

2

How does CVE-2023-44360 affect Adobe Acrobat Reader DC?

CVE-2023-44360 could lead to disclosure of sensitive memory and bypass mitigations such as ASLR in Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-44360?

CVE-2023-44360 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.

4

Which versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC are affected by CVE-2023-44360?

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 23.006.20360 and earlier are affected by CVE-2023-44360.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2023-44360?

Yes, Adobe has released a security bulletin providing information on patches to address CVE-2023-44360.

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