CVE-2010-2883
Published: June 8, 2022
Official Description
Adobe Acrobat and Reader contain a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute code or cause denial-of-service (DoS).
CISA KEV Advisory
Adobe Acrobat and Reader Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat and Reader contain a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute code or cause denial-of-service (DoS).
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
This stack-based buffer overflow in Adobe Acrobat and Reader can allow remote attackers to execute code or cause a denial-of-service condition. The high EPSS score of 0.93195 indicates a strong likelihood of exploitation, and its presence in CISA's KEV confirms it is being actively exploited.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. Attackers are leveraging this flaw for remote code execution or denial-of-service.
Update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest secure versions. Users should be cautious about opening untrusted PDF files.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2010-2883 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2010-2883 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (1)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2010-2883 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1