CVE-2019-8206

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
89.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An out-of-bounds write vulnerability could let attackers execute arbitrary code in Adobe Acrobat and Reader. This bug affects versions released before 2019 — a sneaky invite to a party nobody wants! 🎉 Think of it like a chef who accidentally adds a secret ingredient that spills into an entire batch of food — it can turn a delicious dish into a disaster if not controlled properly. If an attacker successfully exploits this vulnerability, they could run malicious code on the affected system, potentially leading to data theft or system compromise. It's like inviting an untrustworthy guest into your home, giving them free rein to wreak havoc.

Put simply

Think of it like a chef who accidentally adds a secret ingredient that spills into an entire batch of food — it can turn a delicious dish into a disaster if not controlled properly. This out-of-bounds write flaw allows malicious actors to manipulate memory and execute arbitrary code within Adobe Acrobat and Reader, effectively bypassing security measures.

What to do

If an attacker successfully exploits this vulnerability, they could run malicious code on the affected system, potentially leading to data theft or system compromise. It's like inviting an untrustworthy guest into your home, giving them free rein to wreak havoc. Update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions to mitigate the risk. Regularly check for patches and consider implementing application whitelisting for added security. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay vigilant, keep those applications updated, and secure your digital space! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03706 · 89.7th percentile
Published
2019-10-17T20:24Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 OCT 20:24Z
    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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