CVE-2018-15987: Buffer Overflow
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.008.20081 and earlier, 2019.008.20080 and earlier, 2019.008.20081 and earlier, 2017.011.30106 and earlier version, 2017.011.30105 and earlier version, 2015.006.30457 and earlier, and 2015.006.30456 and earlier have a buffer errors vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-15987?
CVE-2018-15987 is rated as critical due to its buffer error vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-15987?
To fix CVE-2018-15987, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-15987?
CVE-2018-15987 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 19.008.20081 and earlier, along with several versions from 2015 to 2017.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2018-15987?
Exploitation of CVE-2018-15987 can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the user running Adobe Acrobat or Reader.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-15987 prior to patching?
Currently, there are no known workarounds for CVE-2018-15987, so patching is recommended as the primary mitigation.