The update addresses the vulnerability by requiring confirmation before opening risky files. Additionally, it requires confirmation before downloading malicious content via PDF files. These updates are available for Adobe Acrobat Reader for Windows, Linux and MAC. Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 20.006.30394 (and earlier) and 19.011.20093 (and earlier) are also affected by a heap overflow vulnerability that could lead to code execution. This issue is related to a base code issue that exists in all releases of Acrobat Reader and is not specific to any version. Adobe recommends against using these versions to open untrusted or unconfirmed files as they may contain malicious content.
If you have updated your version of Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest release, it is likely that you have already successfully updated your system. However, it is a good precaution to check for updates and apply them.
Adobe Acrobat Reader Version Path
Acrobat Reader versions 20.006 (and earlier) and 19.011 (and earlier) are also affected by a heap overflow vulnerability that could lead to code execution. This issue is related to a base code issue that exists in all releases of Acrobat Reader and is not specific to any version. Adobe recommends against using these versions to open untrusted or unconfirmed files as they may contain malicious content.
Adobe Reader Vulnerability - CVE-2022 -42342
A vulnerability has been discovered in Adobe Acrobat Reader for Windows, Linux and MAC. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute code on your computer. Adobe recommends against using these versions to open untrusted or unconfirmed files as they may contain malicious content.
If you have updated your version of Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest release, it is likely that you have already successfully updated your system. However, it is a good precaution to check for updates and apply them.
What do you need to update Adobe Acrobat Reader ?
To update your system, you will need to update your software so that it is the latest release. You can find the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader for Windows, Linux and MAC on the Adobe website.
Timeline
Published on: 10/14/2022 20:15:00 UTC
Last modified on: 10/14/2022 20:31:00 UTC