CVE-2022-27792
Adobe Acrobat Reader Continuous vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC was affected by an out-of-bounds write vulnerability (CVE-2022-27792) that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The vulnerability affected versions 22.001.20085 (and earlier), 20.005.3031x (and earlier), and 17.012.30205 (and earlier). This vulnerability required user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file to be exploited (Adobe Security, CVE Mitre).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as an Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) that could lead to arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability was assigned a CVE identifier in March 2022 (CVE Mitre).

Impact

If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user, potentially leading to unauthorized control over the affected system (Adobe Security).

Mitigation and workarounds

Adobe addressed this vulnerability by releasing security updates for the affected versions of Acrobat Reader DC. Users are advised to update to the latest version of the software to mitigate this vulnerability (Adobe Security).

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