CVE-2014-0512

Adobe Reader 11.0.06 allows attackers to bypass a PDF sandbox protection mechanism via unspecified vectors, as demonstrated by VUPEN during a Pwn2Own…

published March 27, 2014

CVSS
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EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A clever bypass of Adobe Reader's PDF sandbox is out there, making it easier for attackers to slip past defenses! 🔥 Think of the sandbox as a security playpen for PDFs, designed to keep the troublemakers inside. But this vulnerability is like someone sneaking in a hidden door to let those troublemakers out without anyone noticing! If exploited, an attacker could potentially execute malicious code outside the sandbox environment, leading to unauthorized access to your system and data. It’s like having a burglar who can roam around your house freely after slipping through a secret entrance!

Put simply

Think of the sandbox as a security playpen for PDFs, designed to keep the troublemakers inside. But this vulnerability is like someone sneaking in a hidden door to let those troublemakers out without anyone noticing! This vulnerability allows attackers to bypass the sandbox protection mechanisms in Adobe Reader 11.0.06 through unspecified methods, making it easier to exploit untrusted PDF files.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially execute malicious code outside the sandbox environment, leading to unauthorized access to your system and data. It’s like having a burglar who can roam around your house freely after slipping through a secret entrance! Update to the latest version of Adobe Reader to ensure you have the latest security patches. Regularly audit your PDF handling policies and be cautious when opening PDFs from unknown or untrusted sources. 🛡️ You’ve got this! Stay vigilant, and with the right updates, you’ll keep your PDF environment secure! ✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04845 · 92.0th percentile
Published
2014-03-27T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 MAR 10:00Z
    Adobe Reader 11.0.06 allows attackers to bypass a PDF sandbox protection mechanism via unspecified vectors, as demonstrated by VUPEN during a Pwn2Own…
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