CVE-2020-9613 : Security Advisory and Response

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2020.006.20042 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, and 2015.006.30518 and earlier have a security bypass vulnerability that could lead to security feature bypass.

Understanding CVE-2020-9613

Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by a security bypass vulnerability that could be exploited to bypass security features.

What is CVE-2020-9613?

CVE-2020-9613 is a security bypass vulnerability affecting Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2020.006.20042 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, and 2015.006.30518 and earlier.

The Impact of CVE-2020-9613

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to bypass security features, potentially leading to unauthorized access or other malicious activities.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-9613

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2020.006.20042 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, and 2015.006.30518 and earlier are vulnerable to a security bypass issue.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader allows for a security feature bypass, which could be exploited by attackers.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Adobe Acrobat and Reader
Vendor: Adobe
Vulnerable Versions: 2020.006.20042 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, 2017.011.30166 and earlier, and 2015.006.30518 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability could be exploited by malicious actors to bypass security controls and gain unauthorized access to systems.

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 further updates. Long-Term Security Practices:
Regularly update software and applications to patch known vulnerabilities.
Implement security best practices to enhance overall system security.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and address potential risks.
Educate users on safe browsing habits and awareness of social engineering tactics.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that Adobe Acrobat and Reader are updated to the latest versions that address the security bypass vulnerability.