CVE-2016-4210: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jul 13 2016(Updated: )
Integer overflow in Adobe Reader and Acrobat before 11.0.17, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic before 15.006.30198, and Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Continuous before 15.017.20050 on Windows and OS X allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=11.0.16 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | <=15.006.30174 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | <=15.016.20045 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=15.006.30174 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=15.016.20045 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=11.0.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4210?
CVE-2016-4210 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4210?
To fix CVE-2016-4210, users should upgrade to Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions higher than 11.0.17, Acrobat DC Classic versions higher than 15.006.30198, or Acrobat DC Continuous versions higher than 15.017.20050.
Which software is affected by CVE-2016-4210?
CVE-2016-4210 affects Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions before 11.0.17, and various versions of Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC.
Can CVE-2016-4210 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-4210 can be exploited remotely through unspecified vectors.
What platforms are impacted by CVE-2016-4210?
CVE-2016-4210 impacts both Windows and macOS operating systems.
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