CVE-2018-12784: Buffer Overflow

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-12784?

The severity of CVE-2018-12784 is considered critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-12784?

To fix CVE-2018-12784, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.

Q: Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2018-12784?

CVE-2018-12784 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions prior to 2018.011.20040, 2017.011.30080, and 2015.006.30418.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-12784?

CVE-2018-12784 is a Buffer Errors vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.

Q: Can CVE-2018-12784 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2018-12784 may be exploited locally within the context of the current user, rather than remotely.

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 Buffer Errors 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-2018-12784?

The severity of CVE-2018-12784 is considered critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12784?

To fix CVE-2018-12784, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.

Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2018-12784?