CVE-2018-15993: Use After Free
First published: Fri Jan 18 2019(Updated: )
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 an use after free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30457 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.008.20082<=19.008.20081 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30106 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30457 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<=19.008.20081 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30106 | |
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30456 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=15.008.20082<=19.008.20080 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30105 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30456 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.200082<=19.008.20080 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30105 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-15993?
CVE-2018-15993 has a severity rating of critical due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-15993?
To fix CVE-2018-15993, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version available.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2018-15993?
Affected versions include Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.008.20080 and earlier, as well as several versions from 2015 and 2017.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-15993?
CVE-2018-15993 is classified as a use after free vulnerability.
Can CVE-2018-15993 affect Windows and macOS systems?
Yes, CVE-2018-15993 can affect both Windows and macOS systems running affected versions of Adobe Acrobat.
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