Malformed.PDF.File.Detection

Release DateJan 26, 2010
SeverityCritical
ImpactSystem Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
DescriptionThis signature is used to detect malformed PDF files which exploit critical vulnerabilities in Adobe products.

These vulnerabilities may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in vulnerable systems.
Affected Productsn/a
Recommended ActionsUse Antivirus software to scan the malicious PDF file in this kind of traffic.
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2007-5659
http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2008-2992
http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2009-0658
http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2009-0927
http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2009-3459
http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2009-4324
Reference: VID-18092