What is the severity of ZDI-20-989?

The severity of ZDI-20-989 is considered critical due to the potential for remote information disclosure.

How do I fix ZDI-20-989?

To fix ZDI-20-989, ensure that you are running the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC with all security updates applied.

What are the potential impacts of ZDI-20-989?

The potential impacts of ZDI-20-989 include unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information from affected installations.

Does ZDI-20-989 require user interaction to exploit?

Yes, ZDI-20-989 requires user interaction as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

Which software is affected by ZDI-20-989?

ZDI-20-989 affects Adobe Acrobat Pro DC installations.

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ZDI-20-989

low

3.3

26/2/2025

ZDI-20-989: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC convert Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected 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 handling of the convert method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-20-989?
The severity of ZDI-20-989 is considered critical due to the potential for remote information disclosure.
How do I fix ZDI-20-989?
To fix ZDI-20-989, ensure that you are running the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC with all security updates applied.
What are the potential impacts of ZDI-20-989?
The potential impacts of ZDI-20-989 include unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information from affected installations.
Does ZDI-20-989 require user interaction to exploit?
Yes, ZDI-20-989 requires user interaction as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which software is affected by ZDI-20-989?
ZDI-20-989 affects Adobe Acrobat Pro DC installations.

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