CVE-2019-8213

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
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky use-after-free vulnerability lurks in Adobe Acrobat and Reader! If exploited, it could lead to arbitrary code execution, a risky opportunity for attackers. 🔥 Think of it like a waiter who accidentally leaves a table’s order hanging in the air. The moment they come back to take action, they could mix up all the details causing chaos for everyone involved! If an attacker successfully exploits this vulnerability, they could run arbitrary code on your system. This means they could manipulate your files, steal sensitive information, or even gain complete control over your computer, which is absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who accidentally leaves a table’s order hanging in the air. The moment they come back to take action, they could mix up all the details causing chaos for everyone involved! This use-after-free vulnerability occurs when Adobe Acrobat and Reader fail to properly manage memory, allowing an attacker to exploit freed memory and execute malicious code.

What to do

If an attacker successfully exploits this vulnerability, they could run arbitrary code on your system. This means they could manipulate your files, steal sensitive information, or even gain complete control over your computer, which is absolutely devastating! To protect yourself, ensure you update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions available. Check for any patches or security updates that address this vulnerability, and consider reviewing your software regularly to maintain security. 🔄 You've got this! Regular updates will keep your systems secure and your hero status activated! 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04100 · 90.7th percentile
Published
2019-10-17T20:25Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 OCT 20:25Z
    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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