CVE-2019-8237: Critical severity adobe acrobat reader dc vulnerability

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2019-8237?

The severity of CVE-2019-8237 is classified as critical due to its potential impact on data security.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2019-8237?

To fix CVE-2019-8237, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.

Q: What versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2019-8237?

CVE-2019-8237 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions earlier than 2019.012.20036, 2017.011.30144, and 2015.006.30498.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-8237?

CVE-2019-8237 is an insufficiently robust encryption vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized data access.

Q: Can CVE-2019-8237 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2019-8237 can be exploited remotely, which could allow attackers to compromise the affected systems.

Published Oct 23, 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 insufficiently robust encryption vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to security feature bypass.

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

Oct 23, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:46 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:46 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8237?

The severity of CVE-2019-8237 is classified as critical due to its potential impact on data security.

How do I fix CVE-2019-8237?