Adobe has issued security updates to fix various vulnerabilities in its software, including, but not limited to, Adobe Acrobat DC and Acrobat Reader, Adobe Bridge, and Adobe Photoshop for both Windows and macOS.

Affected Systems

The following system versions are known to be affected but not limited to:

• Adobe Acrobat DC & Acrobat Reader DC : 23.006.20360 and earlier versions  for Windows and macOS.

• Acrobat 2020 and Acrobat Reader 2020: 20.005.30524 and earlier versions for Windows and macOS.

• Adobe Bridge:  versions 13.0.4 and earlier, and 14.0.0 and earlier for Windows and macOS.

• Adobe Photoshop 2023: 24.7.1 and earlier versions  and Adobe Photoshop 2024: 25.0 and earlier versionsfor Windows and macOS.

Security Risks

The identified vulnerabilities in Adobe software, if successfully exploited, could grant an attacker control over affected systems, enabling them to execute malicious activities.  

Recommended Actions

The National Cyber Security Authority (NCSA) recommends users and system administrators to:

1. Upgrade to the latest supported version of the installed software as soon as possible to ensure continued access to technical support and security patches.

The recommended software versions to upgrade to are as follows, but not limited to:

• Adobe Acrobat DC & Acrobat Reader DC : 23.006.20380 for Windows and macOS.

• Acrobat 2020 and Acrobat Reader 2020: 20.005.30539 for Windows and macOS.

• Adobe Bridge: versions 13.0.5 and 14.0.1for Windows and macOS.

• Adobe Photoshop 2023: Versions 24.7.2 and Adobe Photoshop 2024: versions 25.1 for Windows and macOS.

2. Before performing any update tasks, ensure that you have a backup of your data.

3. Ensure that all employees in their organization understand the significance of installing security updates and keeping their software up to date.

For further information and support, please contact the National Cyber Security Authority (NCSA) by emailto rwcsirt@ncsa.gov.rw or call us on 9009

References

• Adobe Security Bulletins and Advisories.   

• Latest Adobe Security Updates for Products.