What is the severity of CVE-2018-4977?

CVE-2018-4977 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4977?

To fix CVE-2018-4977, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to versions 2018.011.20039 or later, 2017.011.30080 or later, or 2015.006.30418 or later.

What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2018-4977?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2018-4977 could execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user, potentially leading to a full compromise of the system.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-4977?

Currently, the best defense against CVE-2018-4977 is to apply the security updates provided by Adobe.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2018-4977

critical

CWE

416

9/7/2018

5/8/2024

CVE-2018-4977: Use After Free

Q: What software is affected by CVE-2018-4977?

CVE-2018-4977 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 a Use-after-free 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 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 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
macOS Yosemite
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-2018-4977?
CVE-2018-4977 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4977?
To fix CVE-2018-4977, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to versions 2018.011.20039 or later, 2017.011.30080 or later, or 2015.006.30418 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-4977?
CVE-2018-4977 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier.
What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2018-4977?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2018-4977 could execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user, potentially leading to a full compromise of the system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-4977?
Currently, the best defense against CVE-2018-4977 is to apply the security updates provided by Adobe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-4977?
CVE-2018-4977 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4977?
To fix CVE-2018-4977, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to versions 2018.011.20039 or later, 2017.011.30080 or later, or 2015.006.30418 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-4977?
CVE-2018-4977 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier.
What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2018-4977?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2018-4977 could execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user, potentially leading to a full compromise of the system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-4977?
Currently, the best defense against CVE-2018-4977 is to apply the security updates provided by Adobe.