CVE-2013-0641VulnerabilityPublished 03/03/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2013-0641: Adobe Reader Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Affects Adobe ReaderSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 03/03/2022
KEV deadline: 03/24/2022
EPSS: 32.3% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 98% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2013-0641 (opens in a new tab)

Description

CVE-2013-0641 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in Adobe Reader that enables remote code execution by an attacker. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild. No specific affected versions or patch information are provided in the available data.

Summary

This vulnerability involves a buffer overflow in Adobe Reader, which can be exploited remotely to execute arbitrary code. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2013-0641 and is associated with CWE-120 (buffer copy without checking size of input). It has been observed in active exploitation scenarios. However, no details about affected versions or available patches are included in the provided information.

Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely on the affected system running Adobe Reader. This can lead to full compromise of the affected system. The vulnerability is classified as high severity and has been exploited in the wild, indicating active threat.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor Adobe's security advisories for updates and apply any available patches promptly once released.

Weaknesses

CWE-120Buffer Copy without Size Check (opens in a new tab)

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 10:25:46 UTC

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