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CVE-2017-2977: Adobe Digital Editions versions 4.5.3 and earlier have an exploitable buffer over-read vulnerability.

Adobe Digital Editions versions 4.5.3 and earlier have an exploitable buffer over-read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.

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Adobe Digital Editions 4.5.3 and earlier had a buffer over-read issue that could expose information if exploited. The supplied sources do not provide CVSS scoring or detailed impact scope, so urgency depends on whether the software is present and handling untrusted ebook or document content. Exposure is likely limited to endpoints where Adobe Digital Editions 4.5.3 or earlier is installed, especially systems opening untrusted content. Server-side exposure is not supported by the supplied sources. Treat this as a targeted endpoint hygiene issue, not an enterprise-wide emergency from the supplied evidence. Prioritize discovery and remediation where Adobe Digital Editions is used with external content. Mitigation focus: Identify Adobe Digital Editions installations and version numbers across managed endpoints.; Review Adobe advisory APSB17-05 for vendor-specified update or remediation guidance.; Prioritize remediation for users who open untrusted ebook or document files..

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n/aAdobe Digital Editions 4.5.3 and earlier.Adobe Digital Editions 4.5.3 and earlier.Listed
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