CVE-2018-15923: Medium severity adobe acrobat reader dc vulnerability
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-15923?
CVE-2018-15923 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to lead to information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2018-15923?
To fix CVE-2018-15923, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version as advised by Adobe.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2018-15923?
CVE-2018-15923 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier.
Can exploitation of CVE-2018-15923 lead to malware installation?
While CVE-2018-15923 primarily allows for information disclosure, if combined with other vulnerabilities, it could facilitate the installation of malware.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-15923 if I cannot update immediately?
There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2018-15923, so updating is the recommended approach for mitigation.