CVE-2016-4270

Adobe Reader and Acrobat before 11.0.17, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic before 15.006.30198, and Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Continuous before…

published August 26, 2016

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
92.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty vector could allow an attacker to sneak in and execute arbitrary code! Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions before 11.0.17 are at risk. 🔥 Think of it like a hotel where any guest can sneak into the staff-only areas without a keycard. An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could lounge around and access sensitive information or even tamper with system operations! If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to complete chaos—attackers could execute arbitrary code, giving them the keys to the kingdom, or cause the software to crash, leaving users in the lurch. This isn’t just annoying; it could lead to data breaches or service outages, which could be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel where any guest can sneak into the staff-only areas without a keycard. An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could lounge around and access sensitive information or even tamper with system operations! This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or trigger a denial of service due to memory corruption via unspecified vectors in Adobe Reader and Acrobat before the mentioned versions. In simpler terms, it’s a backdoor that could let unwanted visitors wreak havoc on your system!

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to complete chaos—attackers could execute arbitrary code, giving them the keys to the kingdom, or cause the software to crash, leaving users in the lurch. This isn’t just annoying; it could lead to data breaches or service outages, which could be absolutely devastating! To guard against this vulnerability, immediately update to Adobe Reader version 11.0.17 or later, and ensure all Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC installations are upgraded to at least version 15.006.30198 or 15.017.20050 respectively. Regularly check for updates to keep your software secure! You've got this! Follow these steps to fortify your defenses and keep your documents safe from threats. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05602 · 92.8th percentile
Published
2016-08-26T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 AUG 19:00Z
    Adobe Reader and Acrobat before 11.0.17, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic before 15.006.30198, and Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Continuous before…
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