Adobe.Reader.Font.Parsing.Code.Execution

Description

This indicates an attack attempt against a code execution vulnerability in Adobe Reader and Acrobat.
This is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a font in a PDF file. A remote attacker may exploit this to execute arbitrary code.

Affected Products

Adobe Reader 9.3.1 and earlier versions for Windows, Macintosh, and UNIX
Adobe Acrobat 9.3.1 and earlier versions for Windows and Macintosh

Impact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

Recommended Actions

Refer to the vendor bulletin for suggested workaround.
http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb10-09.html

References