How severe is CVE-2003-0284?

CVE-2003-0284 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0284 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0284?

CVE-2003-0284 affects Adobe Acrobat. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0284?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2003-0284 published?

CVE-2003-0284 was published on 2003-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0284

CVE-2003-0284 is a high-severity vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (80th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Adobe Acrobat
Published: 2003-06-16
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Adobe Acrobat 5 does not properly validate JavaScript in PDF files, which allows remote attackers to write arbitrary files into the Plug-ins folder that spread to other PDF documents, as demonstrated by the W32.Yourde virus.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0284?: Adobe Acrobat 5 does not properly validate JavaScript in PDF files, which allows remote attackers to write arbitrary files into the Plug-ins folder that spread to other PDF documents, as demonstrated by the W32.Yourde virus.
How severe is CVE-2003-0284?: CVE-2003-0284 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0284 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0284?: CVE-2003-0284 affects Adobe Acrobat. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0284?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2003-0284 published?: CVE-2003-0284 was published on 2003-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:adobe:acrobat:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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