CVE-2014-0568
First published: Wed Sep 17 2014(Updated: )
The NtSetInformationFile system call hook feature in Adobe Reader and Acrobat 10.x before 10.1.12 and 11.x before 11.0.09 on Windows allows attackers to bypass a sandbox protection mechanism, and consequently execute native code in a privileged context, via an NTFS junction attack.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.0 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.0.1 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.0.2 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.0.3 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.1 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.2 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.3 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.4 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.5 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.6 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.7 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.8 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.9 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.10 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =10.1.11 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =11.0 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =11.0.1 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =11.0.2 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =11.0.3 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =11.0.4 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =11.0.5 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =11.0.6 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =11.0.7 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader Notification Manager | =11.0.8 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.0 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.0 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.0.1 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.0.1 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.0.2 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.0.3 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.1 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.2 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.3 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.4 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.5 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.6 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.7 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.8 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.9 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.10 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =10.1.11 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =11.0 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =11.0.1 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =11.0.2 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =11.0.3 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =11.0.4 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | =11.0.5 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =11.0.6 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =11.0.7 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =11.0.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-0568?
CVE-2014-0568 is rated as critical due to its ability to bypass sandbox protections and execute native code.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0568?
To fix CVE-2014-0568, update Adobe Reader and Acrobat to version 10.1.12 or 11.0.09 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2014-0568?
CVE-2014-0568 affects Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions 10.x before 10.1.12 and 11.x before 11.0.09 on Windows.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2014-0568?
CVE-2014-0568 is associated with an NTFS junction attack that allows attackers to bypass sandbox protections.
Can CVE-2014-0568 affect my system if I do not use Adobe products?
CVE-2014-0568 specifically affects systems running vulnerable versions of Adobe Reader and Acrobat, so it will not impact systems without these applications.
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