CVE-2016-4095

Adobe Reader and Acrobat before 11.0.18, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic before 15.006.30243, and Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Continuous before…

published November 10, 2016

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A vulnerability in Adobe Reader and Acrobat could let attackers execute arbitrary code, like a sneaky magician pulling off an unexpected trick! 🎩✨ Think of Adobe Reader like a dining experience where a waiter might serve you a mysterious dish that could be delicious or downright dangerous – you never know until it’s too late! If the kitchen (software) isn’t checked, you might end up with a surprise you didn’t order. This flaw allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code, which means they could potentially take control of the system or cause a denial of service – imagine being locked out of your favorite restaurant because the system crashed! It’s a risk that could lead to data loss or system instability.

Put simply

Think of Adobe Reader like a dining experience where a waiter might serve you a mysterious dish that could be delicious or downright dangerous – you never know until it’s too late! If the kitchen (software) isn’t checked, you might end up with a surprise you didn’t order. The vulnerability stems from unspecified vectors in Adobe Reader and Acrobat on certain versions, permitting arbitrary code execution or memory corruption. Simply put, the software is vulnerable to actions that can manipulate its memory and behavior.

What to do

This flaw allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code, which means they could potentially take control of the system or cause a denial of service – imagine being locked out of your favorite restaurant because the system crashed! It’s a risk that could lead to data loss or system instability. Update Adobe Reader and Acrobat to at least version 11.0.18, 15.006.30243 for Classic, or 15.020.20039 for Continuous. Regularly check for updates to ensure you're protected against any new vulnerabilities. Don't let your defences slip! 🛡️ You've got this! By taking these steps, you can safeguard your system and enjoy a smoother, safer ride. 🚀✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04017 · 90.5th percentile
Published
2016-11-10T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 NOV 16:00Z
    Adobe Reader and Acrobat before 11.0.18, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic before 15.006.30243, and Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Continuous before…
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