CVE-2018-4960: High severity adobe acrobat reader dc vulnerability

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-4960?

CVE-2018-4960 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-4960?

To fix CVE-2018-4960, update Adobe Acrobat or Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.

Q: Which versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2018-4960?

CVE-2018-4960 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-4960?

CVE-2018-4960 is an Out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could lead to information disclosure.

Q: Can exploitation of CVE-2018-4960 lead to remote attacks?

Exploitation of CVE-2018-4960 primarily allows for information disclosure, rather than facilitating remote code execution.

Published Jul 9, 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.

Affected Software

8 affected components

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30417

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20038

Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30079

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30417

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20038

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30079

Apple iOS and macOS

Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Patch Available

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

Event History

Jul 9, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-4960?

CVE-2018-4960 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4960?