CVE-2018-12770: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-12770?

CVE-2018-12770 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-12770?

To fix CVE-2018-12770, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions available.

Q: Which versions of Adobe products are affected by CVE-2018-12770?

CVE-2018-12770 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-12770?

CVE-2018-12770 is a Use-after-free vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers.

Q: What can happen if CVE-2018-12770 is exploited?

Successful exploitation of CVE-2018-12770 can lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

Published Jul 20, 2018

Updated

Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier versions have a Use-after-free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

Affected Software

8 affected components

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30418

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20040

Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30080

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30418

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20040

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30080

Apple iOS and macOS

Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jul 20, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-12770?

CVE-2018-12770 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12770?

To fix CVE-2018-12770, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions available.

Which versions of Adobe products are affected by CVE-2018-12770?