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Buffer overflow vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat

Number: AV06-019
Date: 13 July 2006

Purpose

The purpose of this advisory is to bring your attention to a buffer overflow vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat.

Assessment

Malicious content inserted into a file, such as a document, could trigger a buffer overflow if the file is distilled to PDF with Adobe Acrobat. A buffer overflow can cause Acrobat to crash and can result in malicious code execution. This vulnerability affects Adobe Acrobat 6.0.4 and earlier.

Suggested action

PSEPC recommends that administrators test and update to version 6.0.5. For more information, please refer to: http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb06-09.html

Note to readers

Unauthorized use of computer systems and mischief in relation to data are serious Criminal Code offences in Canada. Any suspected criminal activity should be reported to local law enforcement organizations. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) National Operations Centre (N.O.C.) provides a 24/7 service to receive such reports or to redirect callers to local law enforcement organizations. The N.O.C. can be reached at 613-993-4460. National security concerns should be reported to the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) at 613-993-9620.

For urgent matters or to report any incidents, please contact the Government Operations Centre at:

Phone: 613-991-7000
Fax: 613-996-0995
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Email: goc-cog@psepc-sppcc.gc.ca

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