CVE-2003-0434: High severity Adobe Acrobat vulnerability
Various PDF viewers including (1) Adobe Acrobat 5.06 and (2) Xpdf 1.01 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in an embedded hyperlink.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0434?
CVE-2003-0434 is considered to be a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0434?
To fix CVE-2003-0434, users should update their PDF viewer software to the latest patched version.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2003-0434?
Adobe Acrobat version 5.0.6 is affected by CVE-2003-0434, allowing potential command execution through embedded hyperlinks.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2003-0434?
A possible workaround for CVE-2003-0434 is to disable the opening of hyperlinks in PDF viewers until the software is updated.
Does CVE-2003-0434 affect Red Hat Linux users?
Yes, CVE-2003-0434 affects multiple versions of Red Hat Linux, specifically those listed in the vulnerability report.