Buffer Error Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader
CVE-2020-9704

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

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

Summary

Adobe Acrobat and Reader have been found to contain a buffer error vulnerability that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code. This flaw affects several versions of the software, making it crucial for users to update to the latest versions to mitigate risks. When exploited, this vulnerability could potentially compromise the integrity of the user’s system, allowing unauthorized actions to be performed.

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:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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