Vulnerability Description
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC version 21.007.20095 (and earlier), 21.007.20096 (and earlier), 20.004.30015 (and earlier), and 17.011.30202 (and earlier) is affected by a use-after-free vulnerability in the processing of the GetURL function on a global object window that could result in 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, <= 21.007.20095 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader Dc | >= 15.008.20082, <= 21.007.20095 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
| Apple | Macos | - |
| Adobe | Acrobat | >= 20.001.30005, <= 20.004.30015 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader | >= 20.001.30005, <= 20.004.30015 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb21-104.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb21-104.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-40728?
CVE-2021-40728 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Adobe Acrobat Reader DC version 21.007.20095 (and earlier), 21.007.20096 (and earlier), 20.004.30015 (and earlier), and 17.011.30202 (and earlier) is affected by a use-after-free vulnerability in the ...
How severe is CVE-2021-40728?
CVE-2021-40728 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-40728?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Acrobat Dc, Adobe Acrobat Reader Dc, Microsoft Windows, Apple Macos, Adobe Acrobat.