CVE-2020-9714
First published: Wed Aug 19 2020(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2020.009.20074 and earlier, 2020.001.30002, 2017.011.30171 and earlier, and 2015.006.30523 and earlier have a security bypass vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation .
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30523 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.008.20082<=20.009.20074 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30171 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | =20.001.30002 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30523 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<=20.009.20074 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30171 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | =20.001.30002 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-9714?
CVE-2020-9714 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9714?
To fix CVE-2020-9714, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version that addresses this security bypass vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-9714?
CVE-2020-9714 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2020.009.20074 and earlier, including specific earlier versions down to 15.006.30523.
What can the exploitation of CVE-2020-9714 lead to?
Exploitation of CVE-2020-9714 could lead to privilege escalation, allowing an attacker to gain unauthorized access to system resources.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-9714?
No official workaround has been provided for CVE-2020-9714; the recommended action is to apply the security updates as soon as possible.
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