CVE-2018-15937: Null Pointer Dereference

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-15937?

CVE-2018-15937 has a critical severity rating as it allows for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-15937?

To fix CVE-2018-15937, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions released after the vulnerability was disclosed.

Q: What versions of Adobe products are affected by CVE-2018-15937?

CVE-2018-15937 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-2018-15937?

CVE-2018-15937 is an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability that could lead to exploitation.

Q: Can CVE-2018-15937 affect any operating system?

CVE-2018-15937 specifically affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader on supported versions of Windows and macOS.

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

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-2018-15937?

CVE-2018-15937 has a critical severity rating as it allows for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-15937?

To fix CVE-2018-15937, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions released after the vulnerability was disclosed.

What versions of Adobe products are affected by CVE-2018-15937?