Type Confusion Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader
CVE-2018-12812

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 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier are affected by a Type Confusion vulnerability. This flaw can facilitate arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to exploit the software to execute unwanted operations in the context of the current user. Users should ensure they are on the latest versions and apply relevant security updates to mitigate potential risks.

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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EPSS Score

7% 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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