CVE-2015-4444: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Wed Jul 15 2015(Updated: )
Adobe Reader and Acrobat 10.x before 10.1.15 and 11.x before 11.0.12, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Classic before 2015.006.30060, and Acrobat and Acrobat Reader DC Continuous before 2015.008.20082 on Windows and OS X allow attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-4443.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=10.0<10.1.15 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=11.0.0<11.0.12 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.006.30033<15.006.30060 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.007.20033<15.008.20082 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=10.0<10.1.15 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=11.0.0<11.0.12 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30033<15.006.30060 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.007.20033<15.008.20082 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-4444?
CVE-2015-4444 has a severity rating that allows attackers to cause a denial of service through a NULL pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4444?
To fix CVE-2015-4444, update Adobe Reader or Acrobat to the latest versions available beyond the affected versions stated in the vulnerability.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2015-4444?
CVE-2015-4444 affects Adobe Reader and Acrobat 10.x versions before 10.1.15, 11.x before 11.0.12, and specific versions of Acrobat DC.
What platforms are impacted by CVE-2015-4444?
CVE-2015-4444 impacts Adobe Reader and Acrobat running on Windows and OS X.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2015-4444?
Yes, there is potential for exploitation of CVE-2015-4444 through crafted PDF files that trigger the NULL pointer dereference.
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