CVE-2021-28550: Adobe Acrobat and Reader Use-After-Free Vulnerability
Description
CVE-2021-28550 is a use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader that allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute code with the privileges of the current user. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild. No specific affected versions or patch information is provided in the available data.
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
Adobe Acrobat and Reader contain a use-after-free vulnerability (CWE-416) that could enable an unauthenticated attacker to achieve code execution in the context of the current user. The vulnerability has been observed in active exploitation campaigns. However, no detailed version information or patch availability is provided in the source data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows code execution with the privileges of the current user, potentially leading to compromise of the affected system. The vulnerability is known to be exploited in the wild, indicating active threat. No information on ransomware campaign usage is available.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until official fixes are confirmed, users should monitor Adobe's security advisories and apply updates as soon as they become available.
Threat ID: 6adc6f5f3fe894698b2dd96f
Added to database: 10/24/2026, 08:42:07 UTC
Last enriched: 10/24/2026, 09:42:20 UTC
Last updated: 10/24/2026, 09:42:20 UTC
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