Adobe.Reader.Embeded.Font.Memory.Corruption

Description

This indicates an attack attempt against a memory-corruption vulnerability in Adobe Reader and Acrobat.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a malformed embedded 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
Adobe Reader 8.2.1 (and earlier versions)
Adobe Acrobat 8.2.1 (and earlier versions) for Windows and Macintosh

Impact

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

Recommended Actions

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

References