7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2004-0632: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Jul 16 2004(Updated: )

Adobe Reader 6.0 does not properly handle null characters when splitting a filename path into components, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a file with a long extension that is not normally handled by Reader, triggering a buffer overflow.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Adobe Acrobat Reader=6.0.1
Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager=6.0.1
Adobe Acrobat Reader=6.0
Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager=6.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0632?

    CVE-2004-0632 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0632?

    To fix CVE-2004-0632, update Adobe Reader to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.

  • What versions of Adobe Reader are affected by CVE-2004-0632?

    CVE-2004-0632 affects Adobe Reader versions 6.0 and 6.0.1.

  • Is CVE-2004-0632 exploitability common?

    Yes, CVE-2004-0632 has been identified as a commonly exploited vulnerability in the wild.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2004-0632?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2004-0632 include arbitrary code execution, compromising system integrity and security.

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