Out-of-bounds Read Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader
CVE-2018-12779

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Key Information:

Vendor: Adobe
Status: Adobe Acrobat And Reader 2018.011.20040 And Earlier, 2017.011.30080 And Earlier, And 2015.006.30418 And Earlier Versions
Vendor: CVE Published:; 20 July 2018

What is CVE-2018-12779?

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions up to 2018.011.20040, 2017.011.30080, and 2015.006.30418 are impacted by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability. This flaw could allow an attacker to exploit the software by accessing memory locations beyond the intended boundary, thereby potentially leading to unauthorized information disclosure. Users are strongly advised to update their software to secure their systems against potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier versions