CVE-2019-7781: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2019-7781?

CVE-2019-7781 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2019-7781?

To fix CVE-2019-7781, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions as recommended by Adobe.

Q: Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-7781?

CVE-2019-7781 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20100 and earlier, 2017.011.30140 and earlier, and 2015.006.30495 and earlier.

Q: Can I identify CVE-2019-7781 in my software environment?

Yes, you can identify CVE-2019-7781 by checking your installed version of Adobe Acrobat and Reader against the affected versions listed.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-7781?

CVE-2019-7781 is a use after free vulnerability, which can lead to exploitation if successfully targeted.

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·01:46 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:46 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-7781?

CVE-2019-7781 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2019-7781?