Adobe.Reader.EMF.brush.Data.Value.Remote.Code.Execution

description-logoDescription

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a remote Code Execution vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a maliciously crafted EMF file. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to execute arbitrary code within the context of the application, via a crafted EMF file.

affected-products-logoAffected Products

Acrobat DC (Continuous Track) 2017.012.20098 and earlier versions on Windows and Macintosh
Acrobat Reader DC (Continuous Track) 2017.012.20098 and earlier versions on Windows and Macintosh
Acrobat 2017 2017.011.30066 and earlier versions on Windows and Macintosh
Acrobat Reader 2017 2017.011.30066 and earlier versions on Windows and Macintosh
Acrobat DC (Classic Track) 2015.006.30355 and earlier versions on Windows and Macintosh
Acrobat Reader DC (Classic Track) 2015.006.30355 and earlier versions on Windows and Macintosh
Acrobat XI 11.0.22 and earlier versions on Windows and Macintosh
Reader XI 11.0.22 and earlier versions on Windows and Macintosh

Impact logoImpact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb17-36.html

Telemetry logoTelemetry

Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)

Version Updates

Date Version Detail
2019-06-13 14.632 Severity:critical:high

References

APSB17-36