CVE-2019-7069: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC Distiller PostScript File Parsing grestore Type Confusion Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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 a type confusion vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution .
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the handling of PostScript files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-7069?
CVE-2019-7069 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited if the target visits a malicious page or opens a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-7069?
The severity of CVE-2019-7069 is critical with a severity value of 8.8.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-7069?
Adobe Acrobat Pro DC versions 15.006.30060 - 15.006.30475, 15.008.20082 - 19.010.20091, and 17.011.30059 - 17.011.30120 are affected by this vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2019-7069?
To fix CVE-2019-7069, update to the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.