CVE-2018-4902: Use After Free
First published: Tue Feb 27 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Adobe Acrobat Reader 2018.009.20050 and earlier versions, 2017.011.30070 and earlier versions, 2015.006.30394 and earlier versions. This vulnerability is an instance of a use after free vulnerability in the rendering engine. The vulnerability is triggered by a crafted PDF file containing a video annotation (and corresponding media files) that is activated by the embedded JavaScript. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.0<=17.011.30070 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=-<=18.009.20050 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.0<=15.006.30394 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.0<=17.011.30070 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=-<=18.009.20050 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.0<=15.006.30394 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-4902?
CVE-2018-4902 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential impact on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4902?
To fix CVE-2018-4902, update Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Acrobat DC to the latest version available.
What types of products are affected by CVE-2018-4902?
CVE-2018-4902 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Acrobat DC versions prior to the specified updates.
What does CVE-2018-4902 exploit in Adobe Acrobat?
CVE-2018-4902 exploits a use after free vulnerability in the rendering engine of Adobe Acrobat.
Can CVE-2018-4902 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, CVE-2018-4902 can potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a user's system.
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