Stack-based buffer overflow in Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Reader - CVE-2020-3799

Vulnerability details

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when processing PDF files. A remote unauthenticated attacker can create a specially crafted PDF file, trick the victim into opening it, trigger stack-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Affected software

How to mitigate CVE-2020-3799

External References

• https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb20-13.html

Related Security Bulletins

• Multiple vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader and Acrobat