CVE Catalog

CVE-2003-0284

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Adobe Acrobat 5 does not properly validate JavaScript in PDF files, allowing remote attackers to write arbitrary files into the Plug-ins folder, potentially spreading malware.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to introduce malicious code, posing a risk of infecting other PDF documents and user systems.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Adobe Acrobat to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Adobe Acrobat 5 does not properly validate JavaScript in PDF files, which allows remote attackers to write arbitrary files into the Plug-ins folder that spread to other PDF documents, as demonstrated by the W32.Yourde virus.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS