CVE-2017-2957 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 15.020.20042 and earlier, 15.006.30244 and earlier, 11.0.18 and earlier have an exploitable use after free vulnerability in the JavaScript engine, related to collaboration functionality. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Understanding CVE-2017-2957

An exploitable use after free vulnerability has been found in Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 15.020.20042 and earlier, 15.006.30244 and earlier, 11.0.18 and earlier. This vulnerability is related to the JavaScript engine and impacts collaboration functionality.

What is CVE-2017-2957?

Use after free vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 15.020.20042 and earlier, 15.006.30244 and earlier, 11.0.18 and earlier
Specifically related to the JavaScript engine and collaboration functionality
Successful exploitation could result in arbitrary code execution

The Impact of CVE-2017-2957

Successful exploitation could lead to the execution of arbitrary code

Technical Details of CVE-2017-2957

Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 15.020.20042 and earlier, 15.006.30244 and earlier, 11.0.18 and earlier are affected by a use after free vulnerability in the JavaScript engine.

Vulnerability Description

Use after free vulnerability
Related to collaboration functionality

Affected Systems and Versions

Adobe Acrobat Reader 15.020.20042 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat Reader 15.006.30244 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat Reader 11.0.18 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Vulnerability in the JavaScript engine
Impact on collaboration functionality

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version
Disable JavaScript in the application if not required
Exercise caution when opening PDF files from untrusted sources Long-Term Security Practices
Regularly update software and applications
Implement security best practices for PDF file handling
Educate users on safe browsing habits

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by Adobe