CVE-2019-7778 : Security Advisory and Response

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20100 and earlier, 2019.010.20099 and earlier, 2017.011.30140 and earlier, 2017.011.30138 and earlier, 2015.006.30495 and earlier, and 2015.006.30493 and earlier have an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could lead to information disclosure.

Understanding CVE-2019-7778

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in various versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader that could allow an attacker to read data beyond the expected limits, potentially resulting in the disclosure of sensitive information.

What is CVE-2019-7778?

The CVE-2019-7778 vulnerability affects multiple versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader, enabling unauthorized access to data beyond the intended boundaries, leading to potential information exposure.

The Impact of CVE-2019-7778

Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, posing a risk to the confidentiality of data processed by affected Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-7778

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20100 and earlier, 2019.010.20099 and earlier, 2017.011.30140 and earlier, 2017.011.30138 and earlier, 2015.006.30495 and earlier, and 2015.006.30493 and earlier are susceptible to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to read data beyond the expected limits, potentially leading to the exposure of sensitive information.

Affected Systems and Versions

Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2019.010.20100 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2019.010.20099 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2017.011.30140 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2017.011.30138 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2015.006.30495 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2015.006.30493 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by malicious actors to access data outside the designated boundaries, potentially leading to the unauthorized disclosure of information.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest patched versions.
Monitor official security advisories from Adobe for any updates or patches. Long-Term Security Practices:
Implement regular security updates and patches for software applications.
Conduct security assessments and audits to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.
Educate users on safe browsing habits and the importance of software updates.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that Adobe Acrobat and Reader are regularly updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation and enhance overall system security.