Vulnerability Description
The Javascript API in Adobe Acrobat Professional 7.0.9 and possibly 8.1.1 exposes a dangerous method, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands or trigger a buffer overflow via a crafted PDF file that invokes app.checkForUpdate with a malicious callback function.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Acrobat | <= 8.1.1 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader | <= 8.1.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30840Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3861
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019971
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-239286-1
- http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb08-13.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/491735/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1966/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42237
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30840Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3861
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019971
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-239286-1
- http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb08-13.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/491735/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1966/references
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-2042?
CVE-2008-2042 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The Javascript API in Adobe Acrobat Professional 7.0.9 and possibly 8.1.1 exposes a dangerous method, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands or trigger a buffer overflow via a cra...
How severe is CVE-2008-2042?
CVE-2008-2042 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-2042?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Acrobat Reader.