CVE-2019-7779

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20100 and earlier, 2019.010.20099 and earlier, 2017.011.30140 and earlier, 2017.011.30138 and earlier…

published May 22, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
7%
Percentile
93.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A sneaky security bypass in Adobe Acrobat could let attackers run arbitrary code with just the right conditions—yikes! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the waiter accidentally gives out the chef's secret recipe without checking orders. If the attacker knows how to ask just right, they can get access to the hidden kitchen where all the dangerous magic happens! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute any code of their choosing on a user's system, potentially leading to data theft, system compromise, or even a complete takeover. Imagine a free-for-all in a hidden server room—that's the chaos this could unleash!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the waiter accidentally gives out the chef's secret recipe without checking orders. If the attacker knows how to ask just right, they can get access to the hidden kitchen where all the dangerous magic happens! This vulnerability arises from a failure to properly enforce security controls in Adobe Acrobat and Reader, enabling unauthorized access to execute harmful code under certain conditions.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute any code of their choosing on a user's system, potentially leading to data theft, system compromise, or even a complete takeover. Imagine a free-for-all in a hidden server room—that's the chaos this could unleash! To protect yourself, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version immediately. Ensure that all previous versions are fully removed, and enable automatic updates to catch future vulnerabilities. Stay vigilant and monitor for any unusual activities. You've got this! With a quick update, you'll be back in the security game in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06649 · 93.8th percentile
Published
2019-05-22T13:44Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 MAY 13:44Z
    Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20100 and earlier, 2019.010.20099 and earlier, 2017.011.30140 and earlier, 2017.011.30138 and earlier…
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