CVE-2018-4983: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-4983?

CVE-2018-4983 has been classified as a critical severity vulnerability.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-4983?

To fix CVE-2018-4983, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions as specified by Adobe.

Q: What systems are affected by CVE-2018-4983?

CVE-2018-4983 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier.

Q: What could happen if CVE-2018-4983 is exploited?

Successful exploitation of CVE-2018-4983 could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

Q: Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-4983?

No specific workaround is recommended for CVE-2018-4983; the best mitigation is to apply the available software updates.

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 a Use-after-free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

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-2018-4983?

CVE-2018-4983 has been classified as a critical severity vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4983?