CVE-2019-7763: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2019-7763?

CVE-2019-7763 is considered to have a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2019-7763?

To fix CVE-2019-7763, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest available version that addresses this vulnerability.

Q: Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-7763?

CVE-2019-7763 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20100 and earlier, 2019.010.20099 and earlier, and several earlier versions for both Acrobat and Reader.

Q: What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2019-7763 include?

CVE-2019-7763 includes a use after free vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.

Q: What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2019-7763?

Exploitation of CVE-2019-7763 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Published May 22, 2019

Updated

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.

Affected Software

8 affected components

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30495

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=19.010.20100

Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30056<=17.011.30140

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30493

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=19.010.20099

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30138

Apple iOS and macOS

Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Patch Available

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb19-18.html

Event History

May 22, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:23 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:23 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-7763?

CVE-2019-7763 is considered to have a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2019-7763?