CVE-2018-19720: Null Pointer Dereference
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 untrusted pointer dereference 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 | >=17.011.30056<=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 | >=17.011.30056<=17.011.30105 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30456 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<=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-2018-19720?
CVE-2018-19720 has been classified with a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-19720?
To fix CVE-2018-19720, Adobe recommends updating to the latest version of Acrobat or Acrobat Reader.
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-19720?
CVE-2018-19720 affects multiple versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader, specifically versions prior to 2019.008.20081.
Is CVE-2018-19720 a remote code execution vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2018-19720 is a vulnerability that can be exploited for remote code execution.
What is the impact of CVE-2018-19720 if exploited?
Exploiting CVE-2018-19720 could allow an attacker to gain control over the affected system, potentially leading to data theft or system compromise.
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