CVE-2018-15966
First published: Fri 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 a security bypass vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30452 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<=18.011.20063 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30102 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-15966?
CVE-2018-15966 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2018-15966?
To fix CVE-2018-15966, you should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions as recommended in the security patches provided by Adobe.
What versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2018-15966?
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20063 and earlier, 2017.011.30102 and earlier, and 2015.006.30452 and earlier are affected by CVE-2018-15966.
What applications are vulnerable due to CVE-2018-15966?
Both Adobe Acrobat DC and Adobe Acrobat Reader DC applications are vulnerable due to CVE-2018-15966.
Can exploiting CVE-2018-15966 lead to system compromise?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2018-15966 can lead to privilege escalation, potentially allowing an attacker to compromise the affected system.
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