Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader
CVE-2018-16000

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Adobe
Status
Acrobat Dc
Acrobat Reader Dc
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 January 2019

What is CVE-2018-16000?

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions prior to 2019.008.20081 are prone to an out-of-bounds write vulnerability. This flaw may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems through crafted PDF files, leading to severe security risks for users.

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106172
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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