CVE-2018-12873: Medium severity adobe acrobat reader dc vulnerability

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-12873?

CVE-2018-12873 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-12873?

To fix CVE-2018-12873, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.

Q: What versions are affected by CVE-2018-12873?

CVE-2018-12873 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-12873?

CVE-2018-12873 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that can lead to information disclosure.

Q: Can CVE-2018-12873 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2018-12873 can potentially be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to access sensitive information.

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-2018-12873?

CVE-2018-12873 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12873?