CVE-2024-20729
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
CVE-2024-20729 is a Use After Free vulnerability that affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 20.005.30539, 23.008.20470, and earlier. This vulnerability could potentially allow arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. To exploit this vulnerability, user interaction is required, meaning a victim must open a malicious file. The affected products include various versions of Acrobat Reader, as well as other Adobe products such as Adobe Flash Player and Photoshop. The potential danger to an organization is significant, as exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information and the execution of malicious code on affected systems. It is advisable for users to update their software to the latest version available from Adobe to remediate this vulnerability and mitigate the associated risks.
Prevent cyber attacks with Recorded Future by prioritizing and patching critical vulnerabilities being exploited by threat actors targeting your industry. Book your demo to learn more.
Advisories, Assessments, and Mitigations
Prioritize, Pinpoint, and Act to Prevent Vulnerability Exploits with Recorded Future
- Gain complete coverage of your cyber, third party, and physical attack surface
- Proactively mitigate threats before they turn into costly attacks
- Make fast, effective, data-driven decisions