CVE-2016-4092

Heap-based buffer overflow in Adobe Reader and Acrobat before 11.0.16, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic before 15.006.30172, and Acrobat and Acrobat…

published May 11, 2016

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

⚠️ A heap-based buffer overflow lurking in Adobe Reader and Acrobat could let attackers run arbitrary code! Just like a surprise guest crashing your party, this one sneaks in through unspecified vectors. 🔥 Think of this vulnerability as a waiter who accidentally spills an entire tray of appetizers on the floor — you could end up with a total mess, and not everyone’s food may be safe afterwards. The overflow here allows an attacker to inject their own code, which can be absolutely devastating. If successfully exploited, attackers could gain control over a system, potentially accessing sensitive files, corrupting data, or even installing malware. This could lead to a full-blown security breach, turning your once secure environment into a playground for cybercriminals. 🎢

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability as a waiter who accidentally spills an entire tray of appetizers on the floor — you could end up with a total mess, and not everyone’s food may be safe afterwards. The overflow here allows an attacker to inject their own code, which can be absolutely devastating. This vulnerability arises from a heap-based buffer overflow in specific versions of Adobe Reader and Acrobat, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code. The flaw exists due to inadequate validation of user input and can be triggered through various vectors not disclosed.

What to do

If successfully exploited, attackers could gain control over a system, potentially accessing sensitive files, corrupting data, or even installing malware. This could lead to a full-blown security breach, turning your once secure environment into a playground for cybercriminals. 🎢 It’s crucial to update your Adobe Reader and Acrobat to at least version 11.0.16 for the standalone versions and version 15.006.30172 for DC Classic, or version 15.016.20039 for DC Continuous. Regularly check for updates, and consider disabling any unnecessary features to minimize risk. 🛡️ You've got this! By following these steps, you're one step closer to locking down your system and protecting your data! 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.09866 · 95.6th percentile
Published
2016-05-11T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 MAY 10:00Z
    Heap-based buffer overflow in Adobe Reader and Acrobat before 11.0.16, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic before 15.006.30172, and Acrobat and Acrobat…
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