CVE-2018-5015
First published: Fri Jul 20 2018(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier versions have a Heap Overflow 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<=15.006.30418 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=15.008.20082<=18.011.20040 | |
| Adobe Acrobat | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30080 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.006.30060<=15.006.30418 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=15.008.20082<=18.011.20040 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | >=17.011.30059<=17.011.30080 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5015?
CVE-2018-5015 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5015?
To mitigate CVE-2018-5015, users are advised to update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2018-5015?
CVE-2018-5015 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier.
What could happen if CVE-2018-5015 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2018-5015 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the current user.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-5015?
While the best solution is to update, users can minimize risk by disabling JavaScript in Adobe Acrobat and Reader as a temporary workaround.
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