CVE-2019-7759: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC AcroForm XFA Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20100 and earlier, 2019.010.20099 and earlier, 2017.011.30140 and earlier, 2017.011.30138 and earlier, 2015.006.30495 and earlier, and 2015.006.30493 and earlier have a use after free 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 AcroForm.api. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. 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 the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-7759.
What is the title of this vulnerability?
The title of this vulnerability is 'Adobe Acrobat Pro DC AcroForm XFA Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-7759?
The severity of CVE-2019-7759 is critical with a CVSS score of 8.8.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-7759?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-7759 by tricking a user into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
Are there any known references for CVE-2019-7759?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2019-7759 at the following links: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/108320), [Adobe Security Bulletin](https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb19-18.html), and [Zero Day Initiative](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-19-483/).