Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader
CVE-2018-4889

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor: Adobe
Status: Adobe Acrobat Reader 2018.009.20050 And Earlier Versions, 2017.011.30070 And Earlier Versions, 2015.006.30394 And Earlier Versions
Vendor: CVE Published:; 27 February 2018

Summary

A buffer overflow vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 2018.009.20050 and earlier, 2017.011.30070 and earlier, as well as 2015.006.30394 and earlier has been identified. This issue arises during the XPS image conversion process, where data is read beyond the bounds of the target buffer, potentially exposing sensitive information. Attackers exploiting this vulnerability can lead to significant security weaknesses, necessitating immediate attention and remediation for affected users.

Affected Version(s)

Adobe Acrobat Reader 2018.009.20050 and earlier , 2017.011.30070 and earlier , 2015.006.30394 and earlier Adobe Acrobat Reader 2018.009.20050 and earlier versions, 2017.011.30070 and earlier versions, 2015.006.30394 and earlier versions