Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader
CVE-2018-12787

9.8CRITICAL

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

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions up to and including 2018.011.20040, 2017.011.30080, and 2015.006.30418 are affected by an out-of-bounds write vulnerability. This flaw allows attackers to exploit the software, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution within the context of the logged-in user. If successfully executed, this vulnerability can pose serious security risks, allowing unauthorized access and control over affected systems.

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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EPSS Score

8% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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