#VU59425 Improper access control


Published: 2022-01-11

Vulnerability identifier: #VU59425

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-44702

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Adobe Acrobat
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications
Adobe Reader
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

Vendor: Adobe

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted PDF file, bypass implemented security restrictions and gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Adobe Acrobat: 2020.001.30020 - 2020.013.20074, 2021.001.20135 - 2021.007.20099, 2017.008.30051 - 2017.011.30204, 2015.006.30503 - 2015.006.30527

Adobe Reader: 2020.001.30020 - 2020.013.20074, 2021.001.20135 - 2021.007.20099, 2017.011.30156 - 2017.011.30204, 2015.006.30508 - 2015.006.30523

CPE

External links
http://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb22-01.html

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


Latest bulletins with this vulnerability


Multiple vulnerabilities in Adobe Acrobat and Reader