Vulnerability identifier: #VU4132
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Adobe Acrobat
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Adobe Reader
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: Adobe
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass certain security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to unspecified error when processing PDF files. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted PDF file, trick the victim into opening it and bypass certain security restrictions.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may lead to sensitive information disclosure.
Mitigation
Install the latest version of Adobe Reader and Acrobat:
Vulnerable software versions
Adobe Acrobat: 15.006.30097 - 15.020.20042
Adobe Reader: 11.0.0 - 11.0.18, 15.006.30097 - 15.020.20042
External links
http://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb17-01.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.