CVE-2013-0612: Buffer overflow in Adobe Reader and Acrobat 9.x before 9.5.3, 10.x before 10.1.5, and 11.x before 11.0.1 al...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This vulnerability is a buffer overflow in older Adobe Reader and Acrobat versions. A malicious document or related attack path could allow arbitrary code execution. The provided sources do not identify active exploitation, and CISA KEV is false, but unpatched legacy PDF software on endpoints remains a meaningful business risk. Exposure is most likely on endpoints or servers still running legacy Adobe Reader or Acrobat below the fixed versions. Organizations with old workstation images, archived virtual desktops, or unmanaged PDF tooling should verify inventories. Prioritize this as a legacy software cleanup issue with high impact if affected versions remain. The vulnerability is old and patched, so urgency depends on whether outdated Adobe Reader or Acrobat is still present. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Adobe Reader and Acrobat to the fixed versions or later.; Remove unsupported legacy Adobe Reader or Acrobat installations where possible.; Check Adobe APSB13-02 and operating-system vendor advisories for package-specific guidance..

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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