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This is an old Adobe client-side code execution issue. A vulnerable Adobe Download Manager ActiveX control used with Adobe Reader and Acrobat could allow a remote attacker to run code on an affected machine. The main business concern is unmanaged legacy endpoints still running pre-2010 Adobe versions. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows endpoint images retaining Adobe Reader or Acrobat 8.x before 8.2, 9.x before 9.3, or the related Adobe Download Manager gp.ocx ActiveX component. Treat as a legacy hygiene priority with high impact if exposed. It should not distract from current KEV items, but any remaining vulnerable Adobe installations deserve prompt removal, upgrade, or isolation. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Adobe Reader and Acrobat beyond the affected versions identified by Adobe.; Check Adobe APSB10-02 and ZDI-10-077 for vendor-specific remediation guidance.; Remove or disable obsolete Adobe Download Manager ActiveX components where vendor guidance supports it..
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- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:7500CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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