ID:716 - Exploit for Improper validation of array index in Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat - CVE-2010-3631

 
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ID:716 - Exploit for Improper validation of array index in Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat - CVE-2010-3631

Published: March 18, 2020


Vulnerability identifier: #VU3505
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2010-3631
CWE-ID: CWE-129
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Adobe Reader
Adobe Acrobat

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper validation of array index when processing images within PDF documents. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted PDF document, trick the victim into opening it, cause memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on vulnerable system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability results in compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install the latest version from vendor's website. The vulnerability is fixed in Adobe Reader and Acrobat 9.4 and 8.2.5.