CVE-2013-2731

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
5%
Percentile
91.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A vague vulnerability lurking in Adobe Reader and Acrobat could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, leading to chaos when you least expect it! Think of it like a suspicious package that gets delivered to your office. You don’t know what’s inside until you open it, and it could either be a delightful surprise or a ticking time bomb! 🎁💣 If exploited, this vulnerability could let an attacker execute any code they choose, potentially compromising your system entirely. Alternatively, it could cause a denial of service, leaving you unable to access your crucial documents when you need them most. Imagine your workday coming to a screeching halt due to a rogue package!

Put simply

Think of it like a suspicious package that gets delivered to your office. You don’t know what’s inside until you open it, and it could either be a delightful surprise or a ticking time bomb! 🎁💣 This vulnerability in Adobe Reader and Acrobat arises from unspecified vectors, allowing attackers to cause memory corruption. The specifics might be a mystery, but the risk is clear — your system might be running arbitrary code unbeknownst to you!

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could let an attacker execute any code they choose, potentially compromising your system entirely. Alternatively, it could cause a denial of service, leaving you unable to access your crucial documents when you need them most. Imagine your workday coming to a screeching halt due to a rogue package! To protect yourself, make sure to update Adobe Reader and Acrobat to versions 9.5.5, 10.1.7, or 11.0.03. Regularly check for updates and enable automatic updates to stay ahead of possible threats. Don't leave those doors open! 🚪🔒 You've got this! With these updates, you'll be ready to face any rogue packages that come your way. 🛡️✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04552 · 91.5th 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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