ZDI-18-170: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC ImageConversion XPS TIFF dir count Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of the TIFF dir count attribute in XPS files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length heap-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the current process.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat DC |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-18-170?
ZDI-18-170 is rated as a critical severity vulnerability allowing remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-18-170?
To fix ZDI-18-170, update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.
What impact does ZDI-18-170 have?
ZDI-18-170 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.
Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-18-170?
Yes, user interaction is required as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file to exploit ZDI-18-170.
Which software is affected by ZDI-18-170?
ZDI-18-170 affects Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.
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