What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-11957?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-11957 is critical due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-11957?

To fix ZDI-CAN-11957, update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.

What versions of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC are affected by ZDI-CAN-11957?

ZDI-CAN-11957 affects all versions of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC prior to the security update addressing this vulnerability.

Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-CAN-11957?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-CAN-11957, as the victim must open a malicious file or visit a malicious page.

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-11957?

ZDI-CAN-11957 is a remote code execution vulnerability.

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ZDI-CAN-11957

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29/1/2025

ZDI-CAN-11957: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC PDF Export Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected 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 exporting of PDF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

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Adobe Acrobat DC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-11957?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-11957 is critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-11957?
To fix ZDI-CAN-11957, update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC are affected by ZDI-CAN-11957?
ZDI-CAN-11957 affects all versions of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC prior to the security update addressing this vulnerability.
Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-CAN-11957?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-CAN-11957, as the victim must open a malicious file or visit a malicious page.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-11957?
ZDI-CAN-11957 is a remote code execution vulnerability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-11957?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-11957 is critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-11957?
To fix ZDI-CAN-11957, update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC are affected by ZDI-CAN-11957?
ZDI-CAN-11957 affects all versions of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC prior to the security update addressing this vulnerability.
Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-CAN-11957?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-CAN-11957, as the victim must open a malicious file or visit a malicious page.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-11957?
ZDI-CAN-11957 is a remote code execution vulnerability.