CVE-2008-4813: Critical severity adobe acrobat reader vulnerability
Adobe Reader and Acrobat 8.1.2 and earlier, and before 7.1.1, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF document that (1) performs unspecified actions on a Collab object that trigger memory corruption, related to a GetCosObj method; or (2) contains a malformed PDF object that triggers memory corruption during parsing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4813?
CVE-2008-4813 has a high severity rating due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4813?
To fix CVE-2008-4813, upgrade to Adobe Reader and Acrobat version 9.0 or later.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2008-4813?
CVE-2008-4813 affects Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions 8.1.2 and earlier, as well as versions before 7.1.1.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2008-4813?
CVE-2008-4813 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF document.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-4813?
A potential workaround for CVE-2008-4813 is to disable the opening of PDF files from untrusted sources.