Security Bypass in Adobe Acrobat and Reader Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2018-4979

6.5MEDIUM

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

Summary

Adobe Acrobat and Reader software versions are susceptible to a security bypass vulnerability that could allow attackers to access sensitive information without appropriate authorization. If exploited, this issue may lead to unauthorized data retrieval, jeopardizing user privacy and document security. It is paramount for users of affected versions to apply available security updates to safeguard their systems against potential threats.

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

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-...
x_refsource_MISC
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040920
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104168
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID

EPSS Score

50% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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