What is the severity of ZDI-19-215?

The severity of ZDI-19-215 is critical due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix ZDI-19-215?

To fix ZDI-19-215, update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.

What products are affected by ZDI-19-215?

ZDI-19-215 affects Adobe Acrobat Pro DC installations.

What type of attack does ZDI-19-215 involve?

ZDI-19-215 involves remote code execution that requires user interaction with a malicious page or file.

What could be the impact of exploiting ZDI-19-215?

Exploiting ZDI-19-215 could allow an attacker to gain full control over the affected system.

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ZDI-19-215

high

7.8

29/1/2025

ZDI-19-215: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC Font Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of font files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Adobe Acrobat DC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-19-215?
The severity of ZDI-19-215 is critical due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix ZDI-19-215?
To fix ZDI-19-215, update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.
What products are affected by ZDI-19-215?
ZDI-19-215 affects Adobe Acrobat Pro DC installations.
What type of attack does ZDI-19-215 involve?
ZDI-19-215 involves remote code execution that requires user interaction with a malicious page or file.
What could be the impact of exploiting ZDI-19-215?
Exploiting ZDI-19-215 could allow an attacker to gain full control over the affected system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-19-215?
The severity of ZDI-19-215 is critical due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix ZDI-19-215?
To fix ZDI-19-215, update Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.
What products are affected by ZDI-19-215?
ZDI-19-215 affects Adobe Acrobat Pro DC installations.
What type of attack does ZDI-19-215 involve?
ZDI-19-215 involves remote code execution that requires user interaction with a malicious page or file.
What could be the impact of exploiting ZDI-19-215?
Exploiting ZDI-19-215 could allow an attacker to gain full control over the affected system.