CVE-2009-3461

Unspecified vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat 9.x before 9.2 allows attackers to bypass intended file-extension restrictions via unknown vectors

published October 19, 2009

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unspecified vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat 9.x can let attackers slip past your file-extension restrictions like a magician at a crowded party! 🎩✨ Think of it like a restaurant with a dress code. If the bouncer isn’t checking IDs properly, anyone could walk in wearing flip-flops and shorts, even though they shouldn’t be allowed inside. This vulnerability lets malicious files bypass the protections meant to keep them out. If exploited, an attacker could potentially deliver malicious files disguised as harmless ones, leading to unwanted surprises like data leaks or system compromises. While the severity is labeled as unknown, it's definitely a sneaky entry point that could put your system at risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant with a dress code. If the bouncer isn’t checking IDs properly, anyone could walk in wearing flip-flops and shorts, even though they shouldn’t be allowed inside. This vulnerability lets malicious files bypass the protections meant to keep them out. This vulnerability allows attackers to bypass intended file-extension restrictions in Adobe Acrobat 9.x versions before 9.2, through unknown vectors, which may lead to the execution of untrusted files.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially deliver malicious files disguised as harmless ones, leading to unwanted surprises like data leaks or system compromises. While the severity is labeled as unknown, it's definitely a sneaky entry point that could put your system at risk! To protect your systems, upgrade Adobe Acrobat to version 9.2 or later as soon as possible. Additionally, consider reviewing your security policies regarding file uploads and extensions to strengthen your defenses against potentially harmful content. You've got this! Implement these steps and keep your systems secure. 🛡️✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03171 · 87.9th percentile
Published
2009-10-19T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 OCT 22:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat 9.x before 9.2 allows attackers to bypass intended file-extension restrictions via unknown vectors
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