CVE-2025-27163: Acrobat Reader | Out-of-bounds Read (CWE-125)
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 out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could lead to disclosure of sensitive memory. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to bypass mitigations such as ASLR. 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<20.005.30748<25.001.20428 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-27163?
CVE-2025-27163 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to disclose sensitive memory information.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27163?
To fix CVE-2025-27163, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What versions of Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2025-27163?
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30225, 20.005.30748, and 25.001.20428 and earlier are vulnerable to CVE-2025-27163.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2025-27163?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2025-27163 through an out-of-bounds read to potentially bypass security mitigations like ASLR.
What kind of data could be exposed due to CVE-2025-27163?
CVE-2025-27163 could lead to the disclosure of sensitive memory data, which may include confidential user information.
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