CVE-2009-3953
Published: June 8, 2022
Official Description
Adobe Acrobat and Reader contains an array boundary issue in Universal 3D (U3D) support that could lead to remote code execution.
CISA KEV Advisory
Adobe Acrobat and Reader Universal 3D Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat and Reader contains an array boundary issue in Universal 3D (U3D) support that could lead to remote code execution.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
This vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader involves an array boundary issue in Universal 3D (U3D) support that could lead to remote code execution. Its high EPSS score of 0.90514 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, making it an urgent concern. The fact that it is in CISA's KEV catalog confirms it has been actively exploited.
This vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's KEV catalog, indicating confirmed real-world exploitation. It is remotely exploitable.
Update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions to mitigate this array boundary issue. Disable U3D support if it is not required in your environment.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2009-3953 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2009-3953 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (1)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2009-3953 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1