CVE-2019-8169

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions , 2019.012.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, 2015.006.30503 and earlier, and…

published October 17, 2019

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

⚡ A sneaky type confusion flaw is lurking in Adobe Acrobat and Reader! This vulnerability can lead to arbitrary code execution, and it affects several versions — be on high alert! 🔥 Think of this as a restaurant that lets customers swap their orders without checking the menu — the kitchen might prepare something entirely different than expected, leading to potentially disastrous results! If exploited, this flaw could allow an attacker to execute any code on the victim's system, opening the door to everything from data breaches to complete system takeover. It's a risky situation that could turn your secure environment into a playground for malicious actors!

Put simply

Think of this as a restaurant that lets customers swap their orders without checking the menu — the kitchen might prepare something entirely different than expected, leading to potentially disastrous results! This type confusion vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader allows an attacker to manipulate the way the software interprets data types, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution when crafted input is processed.

What to do

If exploited, this flaw could allow an attacker to execute any code on the victim's system, opening the door to everything from data breaches to complete system takeover. It's a risky situation that could turn your secure environment into a playground for malicious actors! To protect yourself, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions immediately. Check that all software is current and ensure your security settings are properly configured. Regularly review and apply patches as they become available. You've got this! By following these steps, you're taking charge of your digital safety and fortifying your defenses! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04427 · 91.3th percentile
Published
2019-10-17T20:15Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 OCT 20:15Z
    Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions , 2019.012.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, 2015.006.30503 and earlier, and…
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