CVE-2019-7820: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC XFA Template Type Confusion Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed May 22 2019(Updated: )
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 XFA Template objects. 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.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Pro DC | ||
| 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 Mac OS X | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-7820.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-7820?
The severity of CVE-2019-7820 is critical with a score of 8.8.
How does CVE-2019-7820 impact Adobe Acrobat Pro DC?
CVE-2019-7820 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.
What user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2019-7820?
User interaction is required to exploit CVE-2019-7820. The target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
How can I mitigate CVE-2019-7820?
To mitigate CVE-2019-7820, it is recommended to update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to the latest version available.
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