CVE-2007-5666: Code Injection
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures assigned an identifier CVE-2007-5666 to the following vulnerability:
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Adobe Reader and Acrobat 8.1.1 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a malicious Security Provider library in the reader's current working directory. NOTE: this issue might be subsumed by CVE-2008-0655.
References:
http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=655 http://www.adobe.com/support/security/advisories/apsa08-01.html
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5666?
CVE-2007-5666 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5666?
To fix CVE-2007-5666, upgrade Adobe Reader and Acrobat to version 8.1.2 or later.
Which versions of Adobe software are affected by CVE-2007-5666?
CVE-2007-5666 affects Adobe Reader and Acrobat version 8.1.1 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-5666?
CVE-2007-5666 is classified as an untrusted search path vulnerability.
Can CVE-2007-5666 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2007-5666 requires local access to exploit, as it involves executing malicious libraries in the current working directory.