Vulnerability Description
The uudecoding feature in Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0.5 and 5.0.6 for Unix and Linux, and possibly other versions including those before 5.0.9, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters ("`" or backtick) in the filename of the PDF file that is provided to the uudecode command.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader | 5.0 |
References
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200408-14.xmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.adobe.com/support/techdocs/322914.html
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=124&type=vulnerabilities
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-432.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10931PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16973
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200408-14.xmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.adobe.com/support/techdocs/322914.html
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=124&type=vulnerabilities
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-432.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10931PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16973
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0630?
CVE-2004-0630 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). The uudecoding feature in Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0.5 and 5.0.6 for Unix and Linux, and possibly other versions including those before 5.0.9, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell...
How severe is CVE-2004-0630?
CVE-2004-0630 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-0630?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Acrobat Reader.