CVE-2025-64785: Acrobat Reader | Untrusted Search Path (CWE-426)
Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30264, 20.005.30793, 25.001.20982, 24.001.30273, 20.005.30803 and earlier are affected by an Untrusted Search Path vulnerability that might allow attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user. If the application uses a search path to locate critical resources such as programs, an attacker could modify that search path to point to a malicious program, which the targeted application would then execute. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that the user needs to open a malicious file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-64785?
CVE-2025-64785 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2025-64785?
To fix CVE-2025-64785, update your Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version available from Adobe.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2025-64785?
CVE-2025-64785 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30264, 20.005.30793, 25.001.20982, 24.001.30273, and 20.005.30803 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-64785?
CVE-2025-64785 is an Untrusted Search Path vulnerability that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2025-64785?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2025-64785 by manipulating the search path used by Adobe Acrobat Reader to execute malicious code.