CVE-2026-47961: Acrobat Reader | Out-of-bounds Read (CWE-125)
Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30365, 26.001.21651 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 disclose sensitive information. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
Adobe Acrobat Readerfrom your environment.Uninstall Adobe Acrobat Reader from systems where it is not required to eliminate the vulnerable software.
- Compensating control
Mitigate exploitation while updates are applied: prevent users from opening untrusted PDF files (block or filter PDF attachments at mail and web gateways, disable automatic opening of PDF attachments/previews, and enforce user awareness training). Where possible, open PDFs in isolated sandboxes or restrict Acrobat Reader usage to trusted hosts and networks.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-47961?
The severity of CVE-2026-47961 is rated medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.
How do I fix CVE-2026-47961?
To fix CVE-2026-47961, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to version 24.001.30366 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-47961?
CVE-2026-47961 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability, classified under CWE-125.
What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2026-47961?
An attacker could leverage CVE-2026-47961 to disclose sensitive information stored in memory.
Does CVE-2026-47961 require user interaction for exploitation?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2026-47961 requires user interaction.