What is the severity of CVE-2003-0284?

CVE-2003-0284 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to write arbitrary files.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0284?

To fix CVE-2003-0284, you should upgrade to a newer version of Adobe Acrobat that addresses this vulnerability.

What are the risks associated with CVE-2003-0284?

The risks of CVE-2003-0284 include the potential for malware distribution and unauthorized file manipulation on affected systems.

Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2003-0284?

CVE-2003-0284 specifically affects Adobe Acrobat 5.0.

Can CVE-2003-0284 affect other PDF readers?

CVE-2003-0284 is specific to Adobe Acrobat and does not affect other PDF readers directly, but similar vulnerabilities may exist in other software.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2003-0284

high

7.5

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

14/5/2003

8/8/2024

CVE-2003-0284

First published: Wed May 14 2003(Updated: )

Adobe Acrobat 5 does not properly validate JavaScript in PDF files, which allows remote attackers to write arbitrary files into the Plug-ins folder that spread to other PDF documents, as demonstrated by the W32.Yourde virus.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Adobe Acrobat Reader	=5.0

Remedy

http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/detail.jsp?ftpID=2121

Remedy

http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/184820

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0284?
CVE-2003-0284 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to write arbitrary files.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0284?
To fix CVE-2003-0284, you should upgrade to a newer version of Adobe Acrobat that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2003-0284?
The risks of CVE-2003-0284 include the potential for malware distribution and unauthorized file manipulation on affected systems.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2003-0284?
CVE-2003-0284 specifically affects Adobe Acrobat 5.0.
Can CVE-2003-0284 affect other PDF readers?
CVE-2003-0284 is specific to Adobe Acrobat and does not affect other PDF readers directly, but similar vulnerabilities may exist in other software.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0284?
CVE-2003-0284 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to write arbitrary files.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0284?
To fix CVE-2003-0284, you should upgrade to a newer version of Adobe Acrobat that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2003-0284?
The risks of CVE-2003-0284 include the potential for malware distribution and unauthorized file manipulation on affected systems.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2003-0284?
CVE-2003-0284 specifically affects Adobe Acrobat 5.0.
Can CVE-2003-0284 affect other PDF readers?
CVE-2003-0284 is specific to Adobe Acrobat and does not affect other PDF readers directly, but similar vulnerabilities may exist in other software.