CVE-2019-7040: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2019-7040?

CVE-2019-7040 is classified with a critical severity level due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2019-7040?

To fix CVE-2019-7040, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

Q: Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2019-7040?

CVE-2019-7040 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20069 and earlier, 2017.011.30113 and earlier, and 2015.006.30464 and earlier.

Q: What types of systems are at risk from CVE-2019-7040?

CVE-2019-7040 impacts any system running the vulnerable versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader on supported operating systems.

Q: Is CVE-2019-7040 exploitable remotely?

Yes, CVE-2019-7040 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

Published May 24, 2019

Updated

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20069 and earlier, 2019.010.20069 and earlier, 2017.011.30113 and earlier version, and 2015.006.30464 and earlier have an use after free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution .

Affected Software

8 affected components

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30464

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=19.010.20069

Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30113

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30464

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=19.010.20069

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30113

Apple macOS

Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Patch Available

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb19-07.html

Event History

May 24, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·06:13 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·06:13 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-7040?

CVE-2019-7040 is classified with a critical severity level due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2019-7040?