CVE-2018-15924: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-15924?

CVE-2018-15924 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-15924?

To fix CVE-2018-15924, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions that address this vulnerability.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-15924?

CVE-2018-15924 is categorized as a use after free vulnerability.

Q: What versions are affected by CVE-2018-15924?

CVE-2018-15924 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier.

Q: What could happen if CVE-2018-15924 is exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2018-15924 could lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected systems.

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-2018-15924?

CVE-2018-15924 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-15924?