What is the severity of CVE-2019-7768?

CVE-2019-7768 has a critical severity rating, as it could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2019-7768?

To fix CVE-2019-7768, update Adobe Acrobat or Reader to the latest version.

Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2019-7768?

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20100 and earlier, 2017.011.30140 and earlier, and 2015.006.30495 and earlier are affected by CVE-2019-7768.

Can CVE-2019-7768 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2019-7768 can potentially be exploited remotely if a user opens a malicious PDF file.

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2019-7768?

CVE-2019-7768 is a use after free vulnerability that affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2019-7768

critical

CWE

416

22/5/2019

4/8/2024

CVE-2019-7768: Use After Free

First published: Wed 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.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
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 DC	>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30493
Adobe Acrobat DC	>=15.008.20082<=19.010.20099
Adobe Acrobat DC	>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30138
macOS Yosemite
Microsoft Windows

Remedy

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

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Reference Links

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-7768?
CVE-2019-7768 has a critical severity rating, as it could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2019-7768?
To fix CVE-2019-7768, update Adobe Acrobat or Reader to the latest version.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2019-7768?
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20100 and earlier, 2017.011.30140 and earlier, and 2015.006.30495 and earlier are affected by CVE-2019-7768.
Can CVE-2019-7768 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-7768 can potentially be exploited remotely if a user opens a malicious PDF file.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2019-7768?
CVE-2019-7768 is a use after free vulnerability that affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-7768?
CVE-2019-7768 has a critical severity rating, as it could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2019-7768?
To fix CVE-2019-7768, update Adobe Acrobat or Reader to the latest version.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2019-7768?
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20100 and earlier, 2017.011.30140 and earlier, and 2015.006.30495 and earlier are affected by CVE-2019-7768.
Can CVE-2019-7768 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-7768 can potentially be exploited remotely if a user opens a malicious PDF file.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2019-7768?
CVE-2019-7768 is a use after free vulnerability that affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader.