CVE-2018-12876: Incorrect Type Cast

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-12876?

CVE-2018-12876 is rated as critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-12876?

To mitigate CVE-2018-12876, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version available.

Q: Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-12876?

CVE-2018-12876 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier.

Q: What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2018-12876?

CVE-2018-12876 is a type confusion vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Q: Can exploitation of CVE-2018-12876 lead to remote attacks?

Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2018-12876 could allow an attacker to execute code remotely on the vulnerable 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

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-2018-12876?

CVE-2018-12876 is rated as critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12876?