"Error applying transforms. Verify that the specified transform paths are valid" when trying to uninstall or repair adobe, or update adobe 8.1.0
Resolution:
Open Regedit
Locate registry key:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Installer\Products\68AB67CA7DA73301B7448A2100000030
Make sure the value "Transforms" is set to a valid C:\ path. This error can be caused if the transforms are set to something like: U:\windows\installer\91b8c.mst