ZDI-CAN-5463: 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-CAN-5463?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-5463 is rated as medium with a score of 6.8.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-5463?
To fix ZDI-CAN-5463, update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.
What does ZDI-CAN-5463 allow an attacker to do?
ZDI-CAN-5463 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.
What conditions must be met for ZDI-CAN-5463 to be exploited?
For ZDI-CAN-5463 to be exploited, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which software is affected by ZDI-CAN-5463?
ZDI-CAN-5463 affects Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.
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