Vulnerability Description
Acrobat Reader DC versions versions 2021.001.20150 (and earlier), 2020.001.30020 (and earlier) and 2017.011.30194 (and earlier) are affected by an Out-of-bounds Write vulnerability within the ImageTool component. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Acrobat Dc | >= 15.008.20082, <= 21.001.20150 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader Dc | >= 15.008.20082, <= 21.001.20150 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
| Adobe | Acrobat | >= 17.011.30059, <= 17.011.30194 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader | >= 17.011.30059, <= 17.011.30194 |
| Apple | Macos | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb21-29.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb21-29.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-28564?
CVE-2021-28564 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Acrobat Reader DC versions versions 2021.001.20150 (and earlier), 2020.001.30020 (and earlier) and 2017.011.30194 (and earlier) are affected by an Out-of-bounds Write vulnerability within the ImageToo...
How severe is CVE-2021-28564?
CVE-2021-28564 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-28564?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Acrobat Dc, Adobe Acrobat Reader Dc, Microsoft Windows, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Acrobat Reader.