CVE-2018-12881: Integer Overflow

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-12881?

CVE-2018-12881 is classified as a critical vulnerability affecting Adobe Acrobat and Reader.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-12881?

To mitigate CVE-2018-12881, update your Adobe Acrobat or Reader to the latest version as mentioned in Adobe's security advisory.

Q: What types of products are affected by CVE-2018-12881?

CVE-2018-12881 affects Adobe Acrobat DC and Adobe Acrobat Reader DC versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier.

Q: What could happen if CVE-2018-12881 is exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2018-12881 may lead to information disclosure, which can have serious consequences for user data.

Q: Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-12881?

There are no specific workarounds recommended for CVE-2018-12881; updating to the latest version is the best solution.

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 integer overflow 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-2018-12881?

CVE-2018-12881 is classified as a critical vulnerability affecting Adobe Acrobat and Reader.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12881?