CVE-2002-0030
First published: Wed Mar 26 2003(Updated: )
The digital signature mechanism for the Adobe Acrobat PDF viewer only verifies the PE header of executable code for a plug-in, which can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code in certified mode by making the plug-in appear to be signed by Adobe.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =5.0 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =4.0 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =4.0.5 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =4.0 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =4.0.5a | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =5.0.5 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =4.0.5c | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =4.0.5a | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =5.0 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =5.0.5 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =4.0.5 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =4.0.5c |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0030?
CVE-2002-0030 is considered to be a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0030?
To fix CVE-2002-0030, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version available.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2002-0030?
CVE-2002-0030 affects various versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader including versions 4.0, 4.0.5, and 5.0.
What can attackers do by exploiting CVE-2002-0030?
Attackers can execute arbitrary code in certified mode by making a plug-in appear to be signed by Adobe.
Is CVE-2002-0030 specific to certain Adobe Acrobat Reader versions?
Yes, CVE-2002-0030 specifically affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 4.0, 4.0.5, and 5.0.
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