CVE-2024-20765: ZDI-CAN-22674: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC PDF File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Thu Feb 29 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 Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <23.008.20470 | |
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.001.3005<20.005.30574 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.007.20033<23.008.20533 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.001.3005<20.005.30574 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.007.20033<23.008.20533 | |
| Any of | ||
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-20765?
CVE-2024-20765 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20765?
To address CVE-2024-20765, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to version 20.005.30574 or 23.008.20533 or later.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2024-20765?
CVE-2024-20765 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Acrobat DC across various operating systems including both Windows and macOS.
What is a Use After Free vulnerability like CVE-2024-20765?
A Use After Free vulnerability, such as CVE-2024-20765, occurs when a program continues to use a pointer after the memory it points to has been freed, potentially allowing for exploitation.
What is required for an attacker to exploit CVE-2024-20765?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-20765 requires user interaction, specifically that a victim must open a malicious PDF file.
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