CVE-2018-4974: Adobe Acrobat Pro DC XFA SubForm Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier have a Use-after-free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the handling of XFA SubForm objects. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the current process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-4974?
CVE-2018-4974 is a vulnerability that allows remote code execution on Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.
How severe is CVE-2018-4974?
CVE-2018-4974 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
What software versions are affected by CVE-2018-4974?
Adobe Acrobat Pro DC versions between 15.006.30060 and 15.006.30417, between 15.008.20082 and 18.011.20038, and between 17.011.30059 and 17.011.30079 are affected.
How can I exploit CVE-2018-4974?
To exploit CVE-2018-4974, a user must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-4974?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-4974 at the following references: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104169, http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040920, and https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-09.html