CVE-2016-4215: Critical severity apple ios and macos vulnerability
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 allow attackers to bypass JavaScript API execution restrictions via unspecified vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4215?
The severity of CVE-2016-4215 is classified as moderate due to the potential for JavaScript API execution bypass.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4215?
To fix CVE-2016-4215, update Adobe Reader and Acrobat to versions 11.0.17 or newer, or update to Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic version 15.006.30198 and above.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2016-4215?
CVE-2016-4215 affects Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions prior to 11.0.17 and DC versions before 15.006.30198.
Can CVE-2016-4215 lead to remote code execution?
CVE-2016-4215 can potentially allow attackers to execute restricted JavaScript code, which may lead to exploitation.
Which platforms are impacted by CVE-2016-4215?
CVE-2016-4215 impacts users on Windows and OS X platforms using vulnerable versions of Adobe Reader and Acrobat.