CVE-2018-12835: Incorrect Type Cast

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-12835?

CVE-2018-12835 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-12835?

To fix CVE-2018-12835, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions as recommended by Adobe.

Q: What versions are affected by CVE-2018-12835?

CVE-2018-12835 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier.

Q: What is the type of vulnerability reported in CVE-2018-12835?

CVE-2018-12835 is a type confusion vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.

Q: What could happen if CVE-2018-12835 is exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2018-12835 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

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 a type confusion 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-2018-12835?

CVE-2018-12835 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12835?

To fix CVE-2018-12835, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions as recommended by Adobe.

What versions are affected by CVE-2018-12835?