CVE-2011-2462:Unspecified vulnerability in the U3D component in Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

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The vulnerability exists in the U3D component of Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions 10.1.1 and earlier on Windows and Mac OS X, as well as Adobe Reader 9.x through 9.4.6 on UNIX. Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code or trigger a denial of service through unknown vectors. This vulnerability was observed being exploited in the wild in December 2011.

Overview

This CVE (CVE-2011-2462) pertains to an unspecified vulnerability in the U3D component of Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. The vulnerability affects various operating systems and versions of Adobe Reader and Acrobat.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their Adobe Reader and Acrobat software to versions that address this issue. It is recommended to apply the necessary security patches provided by Adobe to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Additionally, users should exercise caution when opening untrusted PDF files or visiting suspicious websites to prevent potential attacks leveraging this vulnerability.

References

  1. openSUSE-SU-2012:0087 - Link
  2. Adobe Security Bulletin APSB12-01 - Link
  3. Adobe Security Advisory APSA11-04 - Link
  4. Red Hat Security Advisory RHSA-2012:0011 - Link
  5. SUSE-SU-2012:0086 - Link
  6. Adobe Security Bulletin APSB11-30 - Link
  7. OVAL Definition oval:org.mitre.oval:def:14562 - Link
  8. US-CERT Technical Alert TA11-350A - Link

Early Warning

Armis Early Warning customers received an advanced alert on this vulnerability.

Armis Alert Date
Dec 7, 2011
CISA KEV Date
Jun 8, 2022
3836days early
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    Other Services (except Public Administration)
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