CVE-2018-15930: Null Pointer Dereference

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-15930?

CVE-2018-15930 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-15930?

To fix CVE-2018-15930, ensure that Adobe Acrobat and Reader are updated to the latest versions that address this vulnerability.

Q: Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2018-15930?

CVE-2018-15930 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-15930?

CVE-2018-15930 is an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability.

Q: Can CVE-2018-15930 be exploited remotely?

Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2018-15930 can lead to remote arbitrary code execution.

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 untrusted pointer dereference 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-2018-15930?

CVE-2018-15930 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-15930?