CVE-2020-9598: Buffer Overflow

Published Jun 25, 2020
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Updated

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2020.006.20042 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, and 2015.006.30518 and earlier have an invalid memory access vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.006.30060<15.006.30518
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<20.006.20042
Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30059<17.011.30166
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<15.006.30518
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<20.006.20042
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<17.011.30166
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jun 25, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:23 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-9598?

CVE-2020-9598 has a medium severity level as it involves an invalid memory access vulnerability that can lead to information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-9598?

To fix CVE-2020-9598, update Adobe Acrobat or Reader to the latest version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

What versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2020-9598?

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2015.006.30518 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, and 2020.006.20042 and earlier are affected by CVE-2020-9598.

4

Can CVE-2020-9598 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2020-9598 may be exploitable through crafted PDF files, leading to possible information disclosure when opened.

5

Is CVE-2020-9598 specific to any operating system?

CVE-2020-9598 affects Adobe Acrobat products regardless of the operating system, including both Windows and macOS.

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