CVE-2020-24441

CVE-2020-24441 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-284.

Key facts

• Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.5)
• CVSS v2: 4.3
• EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (81st percentile)
• Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
• Weakness: CWE-284
• Affected product: Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Published: 2020-11-12
• Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Adobe Acrobat Reader for Android version 20.6.2 (and earlier) does not properly restrict access to directories created by the application. This could result in disclosure of sensitive information stored in databases used by the application. Exploitation requires a victim to download and run a malicious application.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-24441?

Adobe Acrobat Reader for Android version 20.6.2 (and earlier) does not properly restrict access to directories created by the application. This could result in disclosure of sensitive information stored in databases used by the application. Exploitation requires a victim to download and run a malicious application.

How severe is CVE-2020-24441?

CVE-2020-24441 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2020-24441 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-24441?

CVE-2020-24441 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2020-24441?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2020-24441 published?

CVE-2020-24441 was published on 2020-11-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

• https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/reader-mobile/apsb20-71.html

Affected products (1)

• cpe:2.3:a:adobe:acrobat_reader:*:*:*:*:*:android:*:*

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