CVE-2019-7825: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC PostScript File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write 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 an out-of-bounds write 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 the parsing of charstring definitions in PostScript files. Crafted data in an PostScript file can trigger a write past the end of an allocated buffer. 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 CVE-2019-7825?
CVE-2019-7825 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.
How does CVE-2019-7825 work?
CVE-2019-7825 works by exploiting a flaw in the parsing of PostScript files, allowing attackers to write data outside of the intended boundaries and execute arbitrary code.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-7825?
CVE-2019-7825 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered critical.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-7825?
CVE-2019-7825 affects Adobe Acrobat Pro DC versions 15.006.30060 to 15.006.30495, 17.011.30056 to 17.011.30140, 19.010.20100, 15.008.20082, Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 15.006.30060 to 15.006.30493, 17.011.30059 to 17.011.30138, 19.010.20099, and 15.008.20082.
How can I fix CVE-2019-7825?
To fix CVE-2019-7825, it is recommended to update your Adobe Acrobat Pro DC or Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.