CVE-2025-27159: Acrobat Reader | Use After Free (CWE-416)
First published: Tue Mar 11 2025(Updated: )
Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30225, 20.005.30748, 25.001.20428 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 Notification Manager | <24.001.30225 | |
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=20.001.30002<20.005.30763 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=24.0.0<24.001.30235 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.008.20082<25.001.20432 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | >=20.001.30002<20.005.30763 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<25.001.20432 | |
| Any of | ||
| macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-27159?
CVE-2025-27159 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27159?
To fix CVE-2025-27159, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions of Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2025-27159?
CVE-2025-27159 affects Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30225, 20.005.30748, 25.001.20428, and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-27159?
CVE-2025-27159 is classified as a Use After Free vulnerability.
Does exploitation of CVE-2025-27159 require user interaction?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2025-27159 requires user interaction, as the victim must open a malicious file.
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