CVE-2018-4987: Null Pointer Dereference
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 an Untrusted pointer dereference 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 | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30417 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.008.20082<=18.011.20038 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30079 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30417 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<=18.011.20038 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30079 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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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?
To fix CVE-2018-4987, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions provided by Adobe.
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.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-4987?
CVE-2018-4987 is classified as an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability.
Can CVE-2018-4987 lead to data compromise?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2018-4987 can lead to arbitrary code execution, potentially compromising data.
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