HTTP: Nuance PDF Reader Launch Parameter Buffer Overflow

This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in Nuance PDF Reader. A successful attack can lead to a buffer overflow and arbitrary remote code execution within the context of the user.

Short Name
HTTP:STC:DL:NUANCE-LAUNCH
Severity
Major
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
Drop
Category
HTTP
Keywords
Buffer Launch Nuance Overflow PDF Parameter Reader
Release Date
01/30/2012
Supported Platforms

srx-branch-12.3

srx-19.3

srx-branch-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.2

srx-branch-19.4

vsrx-19.4

mx-12.3

mx-19.4

vmx-19.4

mx-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.4

srx-19.4

vsrx-12.3

vmx-19.3

vsrx-19.2

srx-12.3

Sigpack Version
3324
False Positive
Unknown

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