Vulnerability Description
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.003.20282 (and earlier), 22.003.20281 (and earlier) and 20.005.30418 (and earlier) are affected by a Creation of Temporary File in Directory with Incorrect Permissions vulnerability that could result in privilege escalation 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, <= 22.003.20282 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader Dc | >= 15.008.20082, <= 22.003.20282 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
| Apple | Macos | - |
| Adobe | Acrobat | >= 20.001.30005, <= 20.005.30418 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader | >= 20.001.30005, <= 20.005.30418 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb23-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb23-01.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-21612?
CVE-2023-21612 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 22.003.20282 (and earlier), 22.003.20281 (and earlier) and 20.005.30418 (and earlier) are affected by a Creation of Temporary File in Directory with Incorrect Permissions...
How severe is CVE-2023-21612?
CVE-2023-21612 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-2023-21612?
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.