CVE-2019-16455: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Dec 19 2019(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions , 2019.021.20056 and earlier, 2017.011.30152 and earlier, 2017.011.30155 and earlier version, 2017.011.30152 and earlier, and 2015.006.30505 and earlier have an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution .
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.006.30060<15.006.30508 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.008.20082<19.021.20058 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=17.011.30059<17.011.30156 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30060<15.006.30508 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<19.021.20058 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.30059<17.011.30156 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-16455?
CVE-2019-16455 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16455?
To fix CVE-2019-16455, users should update their Adobe Acrobat or Reader to the latest version as specified in the security bulletins.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-16455?
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.021.20056 and earlier, 2017.011.30152 and earlier, and 2015.006.30505 and earlier are affected by CVE-2019-16455.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-16455?
CVE-2019-16455 is an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability that could lead to exploitation.
Can exploiting CVE-2019-16455 affect my system?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2019-16455 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
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