Use-after-free Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader
CVE-2018-12783

8.8HIGH

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

Summary

A use-after-free vulnerability exists in Adobe Acrobat and Reader, affecting specific earlier versions of the software. Exploiting this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the user's session, potentially compromising sensitive information or system integrity. Users of the affected versions are encouraged to update their software to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-...
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041250
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104701
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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