CVE-2025-27158: Acrobat Reader | Access of Uninitialized Pointer (CWE-824)
First published: Tue Mar 11 2025(Updated: )
Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30225, 20.005.30748, 25.001.20428 and earlier are affected by an Access of Uninitialized Pointer 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 Notification Manager | <24.001.30225 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | <20.005.30748 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | <25.001.20428 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-27158?
CVE-2025-27158 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27158?
To fix CVE-2025-27158, update your Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.
What versions are affected by CVE-2025-27158?
CVE-2025-27158 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30225, 20.005.30748, and 25.001.20428 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-27158?
CVE-2025-27158 is an Access of Uninitialized Pointer vulnerability.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2025-27158?
Exploitation of CVE-2025-27158 could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
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