OSVDB ID: 7766 Title: Adobe Acrobat Reader File Extension Overflow |
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Description |
A remote overflow exists in Adobe Acrobat Reader. The Adobe Acrobat Reader fails to validate the filename path during parsing resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can cause execute arbitrary code resulting in a loss of integrity. |
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Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Input Manipulation Impact: Loss of Integrity Exploit: Exploit Unknown Disclosure: Vendor Verified |
Solution |
Upgrade to version 6.0.2 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. |
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Unknown or Incomplete |