What is the severity of CVE-2018-4956?

CVE-2018-4956 has a severity rating of important, indicating a significant risk of information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4956?

To mitigate CVE-2018-4956, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version available.

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2018-4956?

CVE-2018-4956 is categorized as an Out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could lead to information disclosure.

Can using an older version of Adobe Acrobat increase the risk of CVE-2018-4956?

Yes, using an older version of Adobe Acrobat makes systems more susceptible to the risks associated with CVE-2018-4956.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2018-4956

high

7.5

CWE

125

9/7/2018

5/8/2024

CVE-2018-4956

Q: What types of software are affected by CVE-2018-4956?

CVE-2018-4956 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier.

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 an Out-of-bounds read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Adobe Acrobat	>=15.006.30417<15.006.30418
Adobe Acrobat	>=17.011.30079<17.011.30080
Adobe Acrobat	>=18.011.20038<18.011.20040
Adobe Acrobat Reader	>=15.006.30417<15.006.30418
Adobe Acrobat Reader	>=17.011.30079<17.011.30080
Adobe Acrobat Reader	>=18.011.20038<18.011.20040
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows

Remedy

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-09.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-4956?
CVE-2018-4956 has a severity rating of important, indicating a significant risk of information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4956?
To mitigate CVE-2018-4956, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version available.
What types of software are affected by CVE-2018-4956?
CVE-2018-4956 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2018-4956?
CVE-2018-4956 is categorized as an Out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could lead to information disclosure.
Can using an older version of Adobe Acrobat increase the risk of CVE-2018-4956?
Yes, using an older version of Adobe Acrobat makes systems more susceptible to the risks associated with CVE-2018-4956.

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