CVE-2018-12872: Medium severity adobe acrobat reader dc vulnerability

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-12872?

CVE-2018-12872 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for information disclosure.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-12872?

To fix CVE-2018-12872, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.

Q: Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-12872?

CVE-2018-12872 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier.

Q: What types of vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-2018-12872?

CVE-2018-12872 is associated with an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that results in information disclosure.

Q: What should users of Adobe Acrobat and Reader do regarding CVE-2018-12872?

Users of Adobe Acrobat and Reader should ensure they are running the latest patched version to mitigate the risks posed by CVE-2018-12872.

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 an out-of-bounds read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.

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

Remediation

Patch Available

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-30.html

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-2018-12872?

CVE-2018-12872 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12872?