CVE-2018-4988: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-4988?

CVE-2018-4988 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-4988?

To fix CVE-2018-4988, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to version 2018.011.20040 or later.

Q: Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2018-4988?

CVE-2018-4988 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-2018-4988 is exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2018-4988 could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

Q: Is CVE-2018-4988 present in previous versions of Adobe Acrobat?

Yes, CVE-2018-4988 is present in previous versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader prior to the specified fixed releases.

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-2018-4988?

CVE-2018-4988 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4988?