Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader Software
CVE-2018-12815

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 contain a use-after-free vulnerability due to improper handling of object lifetimes. Exploiting this flaw allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected user. This vulnerability poses significant risks if exploited, particularly in environments where sensitive documents are handled.

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.securityfocus.com/bid/105536
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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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