CVE-2016-4091: Buffer Overflow

Published May 11, 2016
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in 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 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-4092.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Acrobat<=11.0.15
Adobe Acrobat DC<=15.006.30121
Adobe Acrobat DC<=15.010.20060
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC<=15.006.30121
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC<=15.010.20060
Adobe Reader<=11.0.15

Event History

May 11, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4091?

CVE-2016-4091 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-4091?

To fix CVE-2016-4091, upgrade Adobe Reader and Acrobat to the latest versions available.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2016-4091?

CVE-2016-4091 affects Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions prior to 11.0.16 and specific versions of Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-4091?

CVE-2016-4091 is classified as a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

What platforms are impacted by CVE-2016-4091?

CVE-2016-4091 affects users on Windows and macOS operating systems.

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