CVE-2019-7826: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC XFA Template Out-Of-Bounds Read 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 read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.
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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 handling of XFA Template objects. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read 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-2019-7826?
CVE-2019-7826 is a vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Pro DC that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-7826?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-7826 by tricking the target into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-7826?
CVE-2019-7826 has a severity score of 8.8 (high).
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC are affected by CVE-2019-7826?
Versions 15.006.30060 to 15.006.30495, 15.008.20082 to 19.010.20100, and 17.011.30056 to 17.011.30140 of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC are affected by CVE-2019-7826.
How can I fix CVE-2019-7826?
To fix CVE-2019-7826, update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.