Vulnerability Description
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (and earlier) are affected by a Use After Free vulnerability 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, < 23.003.20269 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader Dc | >= 15.008.20082, < 23.003.20269 |
| Apple | Macos | - |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
| Adobe | Acrobat | >= 20.001.30005, <= 20.005.30516.10516 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader | >= 20.001.30005, < 20.005.30516.10516 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb23-30.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb23-30.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-38228?
CVE-2023-38228 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 23.003.20244 (and earlier) and 20.005.30467 (and earlier) are affected by a Use After Free vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of t...
How severe is CVE-2023-38228?
CVE-2023-38228 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-2023-38228?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Acrobat Dc, Adobe Acrobat Reader Dc, Apple Macos, Microsoft Windows, Adobe Acrobat.