CWE
284
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-1117

First published: Wed May 11 2016(Updated: )

Adobe Reader and Acrobat before 11.0.16, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic before 15.006.30172, and Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Continuous before 15.016.20039 on Windows and OS X allow attackers to bypass JavaScript API execution restrictions via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-1038, CVE-2016-1039, CVE-2016-1040, CVE-2016-1041, CVE-2016-1042, CVE-2016-1044, and CVE-2016-1062.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows Operating System
Adobe Acrobat Reader<=11.0.15
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC<=15.006.30121
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC<=15.010.20060
Adobe Acrobat Reader<=15.006.30121
Adobe Acrobat Reader<=15.010.20060
Adobe Acrobat Reader<=11.0.15

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-1117?

    CVE-2016-1117 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to bypass JavaScript API execution restrictions.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-1117?

    To fix CVE-2016-1117, update Adobe Reader and Acrobat to versions 11.0.16 or later, or ensure Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic and Continuous are updated to version 15.006.30172 or later.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2016-1117?

    CVE-2016-1117 affects Adobe Reader versions before 11.0.16 and Adobe Acrobat versions before 15.006.30172 across both Windows and macOS platforms.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-1117?

    CVE-2016-1117 can be exploited by attackers leveraging unspecified vectors to bypass JavaScript execution restrictions in affected Adobe products.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-1117 until I can update?

    There are no known workarounds for CVE-2016-1117, so the best course of action is to apply the necessary updates as soon as possible.

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