CVE-2019-7785 : What You Need to Know

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions prior to 2019.010.20100, 2019.010.20099, 2017.011.30140, 2017.011.30138, 2015.006.30495, and 2015.006.30493 are affected by a use after free vulnerability that could allow arbitrary code execution.

Understanding CVE-2019-7785

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions are susceptible to a use after free security vulnerability, potentially leading to the execution of arbitrary code.

What is CVE-2019-7785?

A use after free vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions released before specific versions could be exploited to execute arbitrary code.

The Impact of CVE-2019-7785

If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-7785

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions prior to specific releases are vulnerable to a use after free security flaw.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting the use after free issue in affected versions.

Affected Systems and Versions

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

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability arises due to a use after free issue in the affected Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest patched versions
Monitor vendor security advisories for updates Long-Term Security Practices:
Regularly update software and applications
Implement security best practices to prevent exploitation
Educate users on safe computing practices

Patching and Updates

Adobe has released patches to address the vulnerability in the affected versions.