CVE-2019-8257: Use After Free
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 .
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-8257?
CVE-2019-8257 is rated as critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8257?
To fix CVE-2019-8257, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2019-8257?
CVE-2019-8257 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.012.20035 and earlier, 2017.011.30142 and earlier, and 2015.006.30497 and earlier.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2019-8257?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2019-8257 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-8257?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2019-8257; updating to a secure version is the recommended action.