CVE-2018-4953: Incorrect Type Cast
First published: Mon Jul 09 2018(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier have a Type Confusion vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30417 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.008.20082<=18.011.20038 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30079 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30417 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<=18.011.20038 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30079 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-4953?
CVE-2018-4953 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4953?
To fix CVE-2018-4953, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions available from the official Adobe website.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2018-4953?
CVE-2018-4953 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier.
Can CVE-2018-4953 lead to data breaches?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2018-4953 could lead to arbitrary code execution, potentially resulting in data breaches and loss of sensitive information.
Is there any known exploitation of CVE-2018-4953?
Yes, since it is a critical vulnerability, it is likely that there have been active exploits targeting CVE-2018-4953.
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