CVE-2019-7029

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20069 and earlier, 2019.010.20069 and earlier, 2017.011.30113 and earlier version, and 2015.006.30464 and earlier…

published May 24, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
91.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A misstep in memory management could lead to a surprise party for attackers! This use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader allows for arbitrary code execution, putting your system at risk! Think of it like a restaurant that serves dinner and forgets to remove a dish from the table after it’s been cleared. If a sneaky diner grabs the leftovers from that cleared dish, they could mix it with their own meal, leading to unintended consequences! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute malicious code on your system, potentially giving them full control. Imagine someone sneaking into your kitchen and cooking up whatever they want – it's a recipe for disaster! Your sensitive information, personal data, and system integrity could all be compromised.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that serves dinner and forgets to remove a dish from the table after it’s been cleared. If a sneaky diner grabs the leftovers from that cleared dish, they could mix it with their own meal, leading to unintended consequences! This vulnerability arises when the Adobe software fails to properly manage memory, allowing attackers to use freed memory areas to execute arbitrary code. It's like leaving a backdoor open in your software, which can then be exploited by crafty attackers.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute malicious code on your system, potentially giving them full control. Imagine someone sneaking into your kitchen and cooking up whatever they want – it's a recipe for disaster! Your sensitive information, personal data, and system integrity could all be compromised. Update to the latest version of Adobe Acrobat and Reader as soon as possible to patch this vulnerability. Regularly check for new updates to ensure your software is protected against potential threats. Additionally, conduct a security audit of your environment to ensure no other vulnerabilities are present. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your software updated to keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04413 · 91.3th percentile
Published
2019-05-24T18:01Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 MAY 18:01Z
    Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20069 and earlier, 2019.010.20069 and earlier, 2017.011.30113 and earlier version, and 2015.006.30464 and earlier…
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