CVE-2019-8023

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.012.20035 and earlier, 2019.012.20035 and earlier, 2017.011.30142 and earlier, 2017.011.30143 and earlier…

published August 20, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat could let attackers execute arbitrary code, potentially taking control of your device! 🔥 Think of this vulnerability like a construction crew building a wall that goes beyond the foundation. If they misplace the bricks, it could compromise the entire structure, just like this flaw can lead to unintended code execution. If exploited, an attacker could run any code on your system, causing anything from data theft to full system compromise. This could result in a devastating loss of sensitive information—imagine your personal documents falling into the wrong hands!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a construction crew building a wall that goes beyond the foundation. If they misplace the bricks, it could compromise the entire structure, just like this flaw can lead to unintended code execution. This out-of-bounds write vulnerability allows an attacker to exploit memory management flaws in Adobe Acrobat and Reader, enabling them to execute arbitrary code with potentially severe consequences.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could run any code on your system, causing anything from data theft to full system compromise. This could result in a devastating loss of sensitive information—imagine your personal documents falling into the wrong hands! Update to the latest version of Adobe Acrobat and Reader immediately to patch this vulnerability. Regularly check for updates, and enable automatic updates to stay protected against future exploits. You've got this! By staying proactive with updates, you're well on your way to securing your digital space! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03795 · 89.9th percentile
Published
2019-08-20T19:44Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 AUG 19:44Z
    Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.012.20035 and earlier, 2019.012.20035 and earlier, 2017.011.30142 and earlier, 2017.011.30143 and earlier…
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