CVE-1999-1576 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat ActiveX control (pdf.ocx, PDF.PdfCtrl.1) version 1.3.188, affecting Adobe Acrobat Reader. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through the pdf.setview method. With a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH), it presents a significant risk due to its low attack complexity and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not currently on CISA's KEV catalog, exploit code is publicly available via ExploitDB, though there is no evidence of active exploitation or significant community discussion.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
4.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:adobe:acrobat_reader:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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