Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader
CVE-2018-4959

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor: Adobe
Status: Adobe Acrobat And Reader 2018.011.20038 And Earlier, 2017.011.30079 And Earlier, And 2015.006.30417 And Earlier Versions
Vendor: CVE Published:; 9 July 2018

What is CVE-2018-4959?

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions up to 2018.011.20038, 2017.011.30079, and 2015.006.30417 are susceptible to a Use-after-free vulnerability. This security flaw could be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current user, posing significant security risks. Users are advised to update to the latest versions to mitigate potential threats and enhance security.

Affected Version(s)

Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier versions