A buffer overflow exists in Acrobat & Reader. The applications fail to validate PDF files resulting in an unspecified heap overflow overflow. With a specially crafted file, a context-dependent attacker can cause arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity.
Classification
Location:
Local / Remote,
Context Dependent
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Solution:
Patch / RCS
Exploit:
Exploit Commercial
Disclosure:
Vendor Verified,
Uncoordinated Disclosure,
Discovered in the Wild
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Adobe has released a patch to address this vulnerability.
