CVE-2009-0193: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 25, 2009
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in Adobe Acrobat Reader 9 before 9.1, 8 before 8.1.4, and 7 before 7.1.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PDF file with a malformed JBIG2 symbol dictionary segment, a different vulnerability than CVE-2009-1061 and CVE-2009-1062.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Adobe Acrobat reader>=7.0<7.1.1
Adobe Acrobat reader>=8.0<8.1.4
Adobe Acrobat reader>=9.0<9.1

Event History

Mar 25, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:30 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-0193?

CVE-2009-0193 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-0193?

To mitigate CVE-2009-0193, update Adobe Acrobat Reader to at least version 9.1, 8.1.4, or 7.1.1.

3

What versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are affected by CVE-2009-0193?

Adobe Acrobat Reader versions prior to 9.1, 8.1.4, and 7.1.1 are vulnerable to CVE-2009-0193.

4

Can CVE-2009-0193 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-0193 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via specially crafted PDF files.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-0193?

CVE-2009-0193 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

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