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CRITICAL · 9.8

CVE-2017-2973

Adobe Digital Editions versions 4.5.3 and earlier have an exploitable heap overflow vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Vulnerability Description

Adobe Digital Editions versions 4.5.3 and earlier have an exploitable heap overflow vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
AdobeDigital Editions<= 4.5.3

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-119

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-2973?

CVE-2017-2973 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Adobe Digital Editions versions 4.5.3 and earlier have an exploitable heap overflow vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

How severe is CVE-2017-2973?

CVE-2017-2973 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2017-2973?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Digital Editions.