CVE-2019-8053 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been identified in Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions that could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Understanding CVE-2019-8053

What is CVE-2019-8053?

This CVE refers to a Use After Free vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions.

The Impact of CVE-2019-8053

The vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-8053

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability exists in versions 2019.012.20035 and earlier of Adobe Acrobat and Reader.

Affected Systems and Versions

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.012.20035 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2017.011.30142 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2015.006.30497 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could result in the execution of arbitrary code.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version
Apply security patches provided by Adobe

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software to the latest versions
Implement security best practices to prevent code execution vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all security patches and updates released by Adobe for Adobe Acrobat and Reader are promptly applied.