CVE-2018-15920: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-15920?

CVE-2018-15920 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-15920?

To fix CVE-2018-15920, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.

Q: Which versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2018-15920?

CVE-2018-15920 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 impact of CVE-2018-15920 if exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2018-15920 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Q: Can CVE-2018-15920 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2018-15920 can be exploited remotely if a user opens a malicious PDF file.

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 use after free 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-2018-15920?

CVE-2018-15920 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-15920?