CVE-2018-4987: Null Pointer Dereference

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-4987?

CVE-2018-4987 is considered a critical vulnerability with the potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-4987?

To fix CVE-2018-4987, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions provided by Adobe.

Q: Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2018-4987?

CVE-2018-4987 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-2018-4987?

CVE-2018-4987 is classified as an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability.

Q: Can CVE-2018-4987 lead to data compromise?

Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2018-4987 can lead to arbitrary code execution, potentially compromising data.

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 Untrusted pointer dereference 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-2018-4987?

CVE-2018-4987 is considered a critical vulnerability with the potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4987?