CVE-2000-0713: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 21, 2000
·Updated
Buffer overflow in Adobe Acrobat 4.05, Reader, Business Tools, and Fill In products that handle PDF files allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long /Registry or /Ordering specifier.
Affected Software
8 affected components
Adobe Acrobat=3.0
Adobe Acrobat=4.0
Adobe Acrobat Reader=3.0
Adobe Acrobat Reader=4.0.5
Adobe Acrobat Reader=4.0
Adobe Acrobat Business Tools=4.05
Adobe Acrobat=4.0.5
Adobe Acrobat Business Tools=4.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Sep 21, 2000
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0713?
CVE-2000-0713 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary command execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-0713?
To fix CVE-2000-0713, upgrade to a patched version of Adobe Acrobat or Reader that resolves the buffer overflow issue.
3
Which versions of Adobe products are affected by CVE-2000-0713?
CVE-2000-0713 affects Adobe Acrobat 3.0, 4.0, 4.0.5, and various versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader and Business Tools.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0713?
CVE-2000-0713 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
5
Can CVE-2000-0713 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2000-0713 can be exploited remotely through malicious PDF files.