ZDI-CAN-31374: ZDI-26-667: Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2026-81975.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What must an attacker do to exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker must persuade the target to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. Successful exploitation can result in arbitrary code execution on the affected Adobe Acrobat Reader DC installation.
Who is exposed to this issue?
Users of affected Adobe Acrobat Reader DC installations are exposed when they interact with attacker-controlled web content or files. The available information does not identify affected versions or indicate whether default configurations are vulnerable.