CVE-2015-3063

Adobe Reader and Acrobat 10.x before 10.1.14 and 11.x before 11.0.11 on Windows and OS X allow attackers to bypass intended restrictions on JavaScript API…

published May 13, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
10%
Percentile
95.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky vector lets attackers bend the rules on JavaScript execution in Adobe Reader! This could open the door to some mischief. 🔥 Think of it as a restaurant where the chef is supposed to follow strict recipes, but one rogue waiter manages to sneak in unapproved ingredients that can totally change the dish. If the chef isn't vigilant, it could lead to some disastrous meals! An attacker could exploit this to run malicious JavaScript, potentially leading to data theft or unauthorized actions within your documents. If someone accesses a crafted PDF, they might just find themselves unwittingly executing unwanted code!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where the chef is supposed to follow strict recipes, but one rogue waiter manages to sneak in unapproved ingredients that can totally change the dish. If the chef isn't vigilant, it could lead to some disastrous meals! This vulnerability allows attackers to bypass restrictions on executing JavaScript APIs in Adobe Reader and Acrobat through unspecified means, which could compromise the integrity and security of user documents.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this to run malicious JavaScript, potentially leading to data theft or unauthorized actions within your documents. If someone accesses a crafted PDF, they might just find themselves unwittingly executing unwanted code! Update Adobe Reader and Acrobat to version 10.1.14 or 11.0.11, depending on your version. Always keep your applications patched and review security settings to minimize risks associated with JavaScript execution. You've got this! Stay on top of your updates, and you'll keep those pesky vulnerabilities at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.09917 · 95.6th percentile
Published
2015-05-13T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 MAY 10:00Z
    Adobe Reader and Acrobat 10.x before 10.1.14 and 11.x before 11.0.11 on Windows and OS X allow attackers to bypass intended restrictions on JavaScript API…
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