Security Bypass Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader
CVE-2020-9696

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Adobe
Status
Adobe Acrobat And Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 August 2020

Summary

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2020.009.20074 and earlier, 2020.001.30002, 2017.011.30171 and earlier, and 2015.006.30523 and earlier are affected by a security bypass vulnerability. An attacker could exploit this flaw to bypass certain security features within the software, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of user data. It is essential for users to update to the latest versions to mitigate this risk and ensure continued protection of their documents.

Affected Version(s)

Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2020.009.20074 and earlier, 2020.001.30002, 2017.011.30171 and earlier, and 2015.006.30523 and earlier versions

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb20-...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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