CVE-2002-1016: Medium severity Adobe Digital Editions vulnerability

Published Aug 31, 2002
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Updated

Adobe eBook Reader allows a user to bypass restrictions for copy, print, lend, and give operations by backing up key data files, performing the operations, and restoring the original data files.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Adobe Digital Editions=2.2

Event History

Aug 31, 2002
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-2002-1016?

CVE-2002-1016 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to bypass security restrictions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-1016?

To fix CVE-2002-1016, upgrade to the latest version of Adobe Digital Editions that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What is the exploit method for CVE-2002-1016?

The exploit method for CVE-2002-1016 involves backing up key data files and restoring them after unauthorized operations are performed.

4

Which versions of Adobe Digital Editions are affected by CVE-2002-1016?

CVE-2002-1016 affects Adobe Digital Editions version 2.2 on Windows.

5

What operations can be bypassed due to CVE-2002-1016?

CVE-2002-1016 allows bypassing restrictions for copy, print, lend, and give operations.

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