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- RHSA-2010:0038
RHSA-2010:0038: Critical: acroread security update
First published: Wed Jan 13 2010(Updated: )
Adobe Reader allows users to view and print documents in Portable Document<br>Format (PDF).<br>This update fixes several vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader. These<br>vulnerabilities are summarized on the Adobe Security Advisory APSB10-02<br>page listed in the References section. A specially-crafted PDF file could<br>cause Adobe Reader to crash or, potentially, execute arbitrary code as the<br>user running Adobe Reader when opened. (CVE-2009-4324, CVE-2009-3953,<br>CVE-2009-3954, CVE-2009-3955, CVE-2009-3959, CVE-2009-3956)<br>Adobe have discontinued support for Adobe Reader 8 for Linux. All users of<br>Adobe Reader are advised to install these updated packages, which contain<br>Adobe Reader version 9.3, which is not vulnerable to these issues. All<br>running instances of Adobe Reader must be restarted for the update to take<br>effect.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <9.3 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=547799
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=554293
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=554296
- http://www.redhat.com/security/updates/classification/#critical
- http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb10-02.html
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2010:0038 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2010:0038?
The severity of RHSA-2010:0038 includes multiple vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader that require immediate attention to ensure system security.
How do I fix RHSA-2010:0038?
To fix RHSA-2010:0038, update Adobe Reader to the latest version as detailed in the relevant security advisory.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2010:0038?
RHSA-2010:0038 addresses several vulnerabilities that could allow for potential code execution or information leakage.
Is Adobe Reader affected by RHSA-2010:0038?
Yes, Adobe Reader is directly affected by the vulnerabilities outlined in RHSA-2010:0038.
Do I need to restart my system after applying the RHSA-2010:0038 update?
It is recommended to restart your system after applying the RHSA-2010:0038 update to ensure all changes take effect.
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