CVE-2024-39422: ZDI-CAN-24090: New Vulnerability Report - Use-after-free remote code execution vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader DC

Published Aug 14, 2024
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Updated

Acrobat Reader versions 20.005.30636, 24.002.20965, 24.002.20964, 24.001.30123 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.

Affected Software

7 affected components
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe Acrobat>=20.001.30005<20.005.30655
Adobe Acrobat>=24.001.20604<24.001.30159
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<24.002.21005
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=20.001.3005<20.005.30655
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<24.002.21005
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Aug 14, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-39422?

The severity of CVE-2024-39422 is classified as critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-39422?

To fix CVE-2024-39422, update Adobe Acrobat Reader or Adobe Acrobat DC to the latest version.

3

What versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2024-39422?

Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 20.005.30636, 24.002.20965, 24.002.20964, 24.001.30123, and earlier are affected by CVE-2024-39422.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-39422?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2024-39422 requires user interaction.

5

What types of systems are vulnerable to CVE-2024-39422?

CVE-2024-39422 affects Adobe Acrobat products but does not include vulnerabilities on systems like Apple macOS or Microsoft Windows itself.

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