CVE-2018-12815: Use After Free
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
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-12815?
CVE-2018-12815 is classified with a critical severity level due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-12815?
To remediate CVE-2018-12815, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest available versions that address this vulnerability.
What versions of Adobe products are affected by CVE-2018-12815?
CVE-2018-12815 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-12815?
CVE-2018-12815 is a Use-after-free vulnerability that can be exploited to execute arbitrary code.
Can CVE-2018-12815 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-12815 requires a user to open a malicious PDF file, making it indirectly exploitable, rather than directly remote.