CVE-2024-20736: ZDI-CAN-22822: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC AcroForm Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Feb 15, 2024
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Updated

Acrobat Reader versions 20.005.30539, 23.008.20470 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

8 affected components
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<23.008.20533
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<23.008.20533
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe Acrobat>=20.001.30005<20.005.30574
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.30005<20.005.30574
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Adobe Acrobat Reader/Pro to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 23.008.20470Patch ZDI-CAN-22822
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Adobe Acrobat Reader/Pro to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 20.005.30539Patch ZDI-CAN-22822

Event History

Feb 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20736?

CVE-2024-20736 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for memory disclosure and bypassing security mitigations.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-20736?

To fix CVE-2024-20736, update your Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version available.

3

Which versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2024-20736?

CVE-2024-20736 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 20.005.30539, 23.008.20470 and earlier.

4

Can exploitation of CVE-2024-20736 lead to sensitive data exposure?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2024-20736 could lead to the disclosure of sensitive memory.

5

Does CVE-2024-20736 affect both Windows and macOS?

No, CVE-2024-20736 specifically affects Adobe Acrobat on certain versions, while macOS and Windows platforms are not directly vulnerable.

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