CVE-2018-12769: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-12769?

CVE-2018-12769 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-12769?

To fix CVE-2018-12769, update Adobe Acrobat DC or Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.

Q: What versions are affected by CVE-2018-12769?

CVE-2018-12769 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier.

Q: What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2018-12769?

CVE-2018-12769 can be exploited to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising the security of the affected system.

Q: What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2018-12769?

CVE-2018-12769 is a use-after-free vulnerability that occurs within Adobe Acrobat and Reader software.

Published Oct 12, 2018

Updated

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier have an use after free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

8 affected components

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30452

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20063

Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30102

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30452

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20063

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30102

Apple iOS and macOS

Microsoft Windows

Event History

Oct 12, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·06:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·06:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-12769?

CVE-2018-12769 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12769?

To fix CVE-2018-12769, update Adobe Acrobat DC or Adobe Acrobat Reader DC to the latest version provided by Adobe.

What versions are affected by CVE-2018-12769?