CVE-2018-16038: High severity adobe acrobat reader dc vulnerability
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 out-of-bounds read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-16038?
CVE-2018-16038 has been rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16038?
To fix CVE-2018-16038, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-16038?
CVE-2018-16038 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions prior to 2019.008.20082, 2017.011.30106, and 2015.006.30458.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-16038?
CVE-2018-16038 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that may lead to information disclosure or other attacks.
Can CVE-2018-16038 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-16038 can potentially be exploited remotely by tricking users into opening a malicious PDF file.