CVE-2004-0630: The uudecoding feature in Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0.5 and 5.0.6 for Unix and Linux, and possibly other versi...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Adobe Acrobat Reader flaw on Unix and Linux. A specially named PDF file could cause the reader's uudecode handling to run unintended commands. The business risk is mainly legacy exposure: systems still using Adobe Reader 5.x on Unix/Linux should be treated as unsafe. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix or Linux workstations, servers, or packaged environments that still include Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.x. Modern systems are unlikely to run these versions, but old images, lab systems, and unmanaged desktops should be checked. Prioritize as a legacy cleanup item with high impact if present. This is not a broad modern emergency, but any remaining vulnerable Reader deployment creates avoidable code execution risk from document handling. Mitigation focus: Inventory Unix/Linux systems for Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.x installations.; Remove vulnerable legacy Reader versions where they are no longer required.; Apply vendor guidance from Adobe, Red Hat, or Gentoo where applicable..

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Jun 30, 2026, 04:32 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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