7.8
CWE
416
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-20729: TALOS-2023-1890 - Adobe Acrobat Reader Annot3D object zoom event use-after-free vulnerability

First published: Thu Feb 15 2024(Updated: )

Acrobat Reader versions 20.005.30539, 23.008.20470 and earlier are affected by a Use After Free 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.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Any of
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<23.008.20533
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=15.008.20082<23.008.20533
Any of
macOS
Microsoft Windows Operating System
All of
Any of
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<20.005.30574
Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager>=20.001.30005<20.005.30574
Any of
macOS
Microsoft Windows Operating System

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-20729?

    CVE-2024-20729 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-20729?

    To fix CVE-2024-20729, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2024-20729?

    CVE-2024-20729 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 20.005.30539, 23.008.20470 and earlier.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2024-20729?

    CVE-2024-20729 is a Use After Free vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

  • Does exploitation of CVE-2024-20729 require user interaction?

    Yes, exploitation of CVE-2024-20729 requires user interaction, as a victim must open a malicious file.

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