CVE-2025-27162: Acrobat Reader | Access of Uninitialized Pointer (CWE-824)
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-27162?
CVE-2025-27162 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27162?
To mitigate CVE-2025-27162, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2025-27162?
CVE-2025-27162 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30225, 20.005.30748, and 25.001.20428 and earlier.
What is an access of uninitialized pointer vulnerability in CVE-2025-27162?
An access of uninitialized pointer vulnerability like CVE-2025-27162 can lead to unexpected behaviors, including the potential for arbitrary code execution.
What are the prerequisites for exploiting CVE-2025-27162?
Exploitation of CVE-2025-27162 requires user interaction to trigger the vulnerability.