CVE-2011-0602: Input Validation
Adobe Reader and Acrobat 10.x before 10.0.1, 9.x before 9.4.2, and 8.x before 8.2.6 on Windows and Mac OS X allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted JP2K record types in a JPEG2000 image in a PDF file, which causes heap corruption, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-0596, CVE-2011-0598, and CVE-2011-0599.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0602?
CVE-2011-0602 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0602?
To mitigate CVE-2011-0602, users should update Adobe Reader and Acrobat to the latest version provided by Adobe.
What systems are affected by CVE-2011-0602?
CVE-2011-0602 affects Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions 8.x, 9.x, and 10.x on both Windows and Mac OS X.
Can CVE-2011-0602 be exploited via a PDF file?
Yes, CVE-2011-0602 can be exploited through specially crafted JPEG2000 images embedded in PDF files.
Is CVE-2011-0602 specific to Windows, or does it affect Mac OS X as well?
CVE-2011-0602 affects both Windows and Mac OS X operating systems.