Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader
CVE-2020-9722

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

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

Summary

Adobe Acrobat and Reader contain a use-after-free vulnerability that can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of object references, which can be exploited through maliciously crafted PDF files. By successfully triggering this vulnerability, attackers may gain control over the affected system and execute unauthorized actions, potentially compromising sensitive information and system integrity.

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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