CVE-2020-3762 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-3762 affecting Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions, leading to a privilege escalation vulnerability. Find mitigation steps and patching recommendations here.
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.021.20061 and earlier, 2017.011.30156 and earlier, 2017.011.30156 and earlier, and 2015.006.30508 and earlier have a privilege escalation vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary file system write.
Understanding CVE-2020-3762
Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by a privilege escalation vulnerability.
What is CVE-2020-3762?
This CVE identifies a privilege escalation vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions specified.
The Impact of CVE-2020-3762
Exploiting this vulnerability could allow an attacker to perform arbitrary file system write operations, potentially leading to further compromise.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-3762
Adobe Acrobat and Reader are susceptible to a privilege escalation flaw.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the affected versions allows attackers to escalate privileges, posing a risk of unauthorized file system modifications.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.021.20061 and earlier
- Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2017.011.30156 and earlier
- Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2015.006.30508 and earlier
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by malicious actors to gain elevated privileges and manipulate the file system.
Mitigation and Prevention
Adobe recommends immediate actions and long-term security practices to address this vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest patched versions.
- Monitor for any suspicious activities on the system.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and apply security patches promptly.
- Implement least privilege access controls to limit potential damage from privilege escalation attacks.
- Conduct security awareness training to educate users on identifying and reporting suspicious activities.
Patching and Updates
Adobe has released patches to address this vulnerability. Ensure all affected systems are updated to the latest secure versions.