CVE-2018-12799: Null Pointer Dereference

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-12799?

CVE-2018-12799 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-12799?

To fix CVE-2018-12799, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version available.

Q: What versions are affected by CVE-2018-12799?

CVE-2018-12799 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20055 and earlier, 2017.011.30096 and earlier, and 2015.006.30434 and earlier.

Q: Can CVE-2018-12799 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2018-12799 can be exploited remotely if a user opens a malicious PDF file.

Q: What kind of attack is CVE-2018-12799 associated with?

CVE-2018-12799 is associated with untrusted pointer dereference, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.

Published Aug 29, 2018

Updated

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20055 and earlier, 2017.011.30096 and earlier, and 2015.006.30434 and earlier have an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

8 affected components

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30434

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20055

Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30096

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30434

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20055

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30096

Apple iOS and macOS

Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Patch Available

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-29.html

Event History

Aug 29, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-12799?

CVE-2018-12799 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12799?