HTTP: Adobe Acrobat Reader CVE-2020-24432 Improper Authorization

This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against Adobe Acrobat Reader. A successful attack can lead to sensitive information disclosure.

Extended Description

Acrobat Reader DC versions 2020.012.20048 (and earlier), 2020.001.30005 (and earlier) and 2017.011.30175 (and earlier) and Adobe Acrobat Pro DC 2017.011.30175 (and earlier) are affected by an improper input validation vulnerability that could result in arbitrary JavaScript execution in the context of the current user. To exploit this issue, an attacker must acquire and then modify a certified PDF document that is trusted by the victim. The attacker then needs to convince the victim to open the document.

References

CVE: CVE-2020-24432

URL: https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb20-67.html

Short Name

HTTP:STC:ADOBE:CVE2020-24432-IA

Severity

Minor

Recommended

True

Recommended Action

Drop

HTTP: Adobe Acrobat Reader CVE-2020-24432 Improper Authorization

Extended Description

References

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