7.8
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-9604: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Jun 25 2020(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 a buffer error vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution .

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
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
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=15.006.30060<15.006.30518
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=15.008.20082<20.006.20042
Adobe Acrobat Reader>=17.011.30059<17.011.30166
macOS
Microsoft Windows Operating System

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-9604?

    CVE-2020-9604 has a severe impact as it allows for arbitrary code execution if exploited.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-9604?

    To mitigate CVE-2020-9604, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions available.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-9604?

    CVE-2020-9604 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions prior to 2020.006.20042, 2017.011.30166, and 2015.006.30518.

  • What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2020-9604 represent?

    CVE-2020-9604 is classified as a buffer error vulnerability, which can lead to critical security issues.

  • Can CVE-2020-9604 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2020-9604 can potentially be done remotely, leading to arbitrary code execution.

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