CVE-2016-8711

Description

A potential remote code execution vulnerability exists in the PDF parsing functionality of Nitro Pro 10. A specially crafted PDF file can cause a vulnerability resulting in potential code execution. An attacker can send the victim a specific PDF file to trigger this vulnerability.

7.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.12%

Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com

Affected: Nitro Nitro Pro

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96155	vdb entry third party advisory broken link
http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0224/	third party advisory technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8711?: CVE-2016-8711 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-8711?: To fix CVE-2016-8711, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-8711 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-8711 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-8711?: CVE-2016-8711 affects Nitro Nitro Pro.

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