CVE-2019-8056: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2019-8056?

CVE-2019-8056 has been rated as important due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2019-8056?

To fix CVE-2019-8056, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions that have patched the vulnerability.

Q: What versions are affected by CVE-2019-8056?

Versions 2019.012.20035 and earlier, 2017.011.30142 and earlier, and 2015.006.30497 and earlier of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2019-8056.

Q: Can CVE-2019-8056 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2019-8056 can be exploited remotely if a user opens a specially crafted PDF.

Q: What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2019-8056?

Exploitation of CVE-2019-8056 could lead to arbitrary code execution, compromising the user's system.

Published Aug 20, 2019

Updated

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.012.20035 and earlier, 2019.012.20035 and earlier, 2017.011.30142 and earlier, 2017.011.30143 and earlier, 2015.006.30497 and earlier, and 2015.006.30498 and earlier have an use after free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution .

Affected Software

8 affected components

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.006.30060<15.006.30499

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<19.012.20036

Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30059<17.011.30144

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<15.006.30499

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<19.012.20036

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<17.011.30144

Apple macOS

Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Patch Available

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb19-41.html

Event History

Aug 20, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:05 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:05 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8056?

CVE-2019-8056 has been rated as important due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2019-8056?