CVE-2014-8068: Infoleak
First published: Thu Oct 09 2014(Updated: )
Adobe Digital Editions (DE) 4 does not use encryption for transmission of data to adelogs.adobe.com, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network, as demonstrated by book-navigation information.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Digital Editions | =4.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://arstechnica.com/security/2014/10/adobes-e-book-reader-sends-your-reading-logs-back-to-adobe-in-plain-text/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61551
- http://the-digital-reader.com/2014/10/06/adobe-spying-users-collecting-data-ebook-libraries/
- http://twitter.com/AdobeSecurity/statuses/519826275008282624
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/97696
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8068?
CVE-2014-8068 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for information leakage.
How does CVE-2014-8068 affect Adobe Digital Editions?
CVE-2014-8068 affects Adobe Digital Editions 4 by transmitting sensitive data in plain text, which can be intercepted by attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8068?
To mitigate CVE-2014-8068, users should upgrade to the latest version of Adobe Digital Editions that addresses this security issue.
What information can be compromised due to CVE-2014-8068?
CVE-2014-8068 allows attackers to access sensitive information such as book-navigation logs transmitted to Adobe servers.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-8068?
Currently, the best workaround for CVE-2014-8068 is to avoid using Adobe Digital Editions 4 and consider alternative e-book management software.
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