CVE-2013-2726

Adobe Reader and Acrobat 9.x before 9.5.5, 10.x before 10.1.7, and 11.x before 11.0.03 allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service…

published May 16, 2013

CVSS
—
EPSS
6%
Percentile
92.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ This vulnerability in Adobe Reader and Acrobat could allow an attacker to execute code or even cause a denial of service! Imagine having a party crasher who can not only mess up your setup but also take control of your music playlist. 🎶 Think of Adobe Reader as a party where everyone comes to enjoy. If someone sneaks in with a hidden agenda, they could swap out your favorite playlist for something totally off-key—this vulnerability acts like a secret passage for those unwanted guests to wreak havoc. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially allowing them to gain control over your system or crash Adobe Reader completely, leading to a frustrating denial of service. It’s like that unexpected power outage that leaves your party in the dark!

Put simply

Think of Adobe Reader as a party where everyone comes to enjoy. If someone sneaks in with a hidden agenda, they could swap out your favorite playlist for something totally off-key—this vulnerability acts like a secret passage for those unwanted guests to wreak havoc. This memory corruption vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate the way Adobe Reader and Acrobat handle certain vectors, which could lead to arbitrary code execution or service interruptions. While the specifics are a bit foggy, the danger is clear!

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially allowing them to gain control over your system or crash Adobe Reader completely, leading to a frustrating denial of service. It’s like that unexpected power outage that leaves your party in the dark! To protect yourself, update Adobe Reader and Acrobat to version 9.5.5, 10.1.7, or 11.0.03, depending on your version. Regularly check for updates to prevent these sneaky vulnerabilities from ruining your experience. 🛡️ You've got this! By staying updated, you're keeping your digital party safe and sound. 🎉

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05582 · 92.9th percentile
Published
2013-05-16T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 MAY 10:00Z
    Adobe Reader and Acrobat 9.x before 9.5.5, 10.x before 10.1.7, and 11.x before 11.0.03 allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service…
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