CVE-2009-3459
HighActively exploited (CISA KEV)
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in Adobe Reader and Acrobat 7.x before 7.1.4, 8.x before 8.1.7, and 9.x before 9.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file that triggers memory corruption, as exploited in the wild in October 2009. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
SeverityHigh
CVSS8.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Adobe Acrobat and Reader
PublishedOct 13, 2009
First seenOct 13, 2009
Added to KEVMay 20, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-122CWE-122
How to fix
CISA required action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
CISA due date: Jun 3, 2026Update
- adobe acrobat7.1.4, 8.1.7, 9.2 or later
- adobe acrobat_reader7.1.4, 8.1.7, 9.2 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| adobe acrobat | 7.0 ≤ v < 7.1.4, 8.0 ≤ v < 8.1.7, 9.0 ≤ v < 9.2 | 7.1.4, 8.1.7, 9.2 |
| adobe acrobat_reader | 7.0 ≤ v < 7.1.4, 8.0 ≤ v < 8.1.7, 9.0 ≤ v < 9.2 | 7.1.4, 8.1.7, 9.2 |
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