What is the severity of CVE-2018-5036?

CVE-2018-5036 is considered critical as it allows for arbitrary code execution due to a Heap Overflow vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader.

How do I fix CVE-2018-5036?

To fix CVE-2018-5036, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to versions 2019.010.20099 or later.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-5036?

CVE-2018-5036 is a Heap Overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.

How can exploitation of CVE-2018-5036 impact system security?

Successful exploitation of CVE-2018-5036 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user, potentially compromising the system.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2018-5036

high

8.8

CWE

787

20/7/2018

5/8/2024

CVE-2018-5036

Q: Which versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2018-5036?

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier are affected by CVE-2018-5036.

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 DC	>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30418
Adobe Acrobat DC	>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20040
Adobe Acrobat DC	>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30080
Adobe Acrobat DC	>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30418
Adobe Acrobat DC	>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20040
Adobe Acrobat DC	>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30080
macOS Yosemite
Microsoft Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5036?
CVE-2018-5036 is considered critical as it allows for arbitrary code execution due to a Heap Overflow vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5036?
To fix CVE-2018-5036, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to versions 2019.010.20099 or later.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2018-5036?
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier are affected by CVE-2018-5036.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-5036?
CVE-2018-5036 is a Heap Overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
How can exploitation of CVE-2018-5036 impact system security?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2018-5036 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user, potentially compromising the system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5036?
CVE-2018-5036 is considered critical as it allows for arbitrary code execution due to a Heap Overflow vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5036?
To fix CVE-2018-5036, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to versions 2019.010.20099 or later.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2018-5036?
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier are affected by CVE-2018-5036.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-5036?
CVE-2018-5036 is a Heap Overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
How can exploitation of CVE-2018-5036 impact system security?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2018-5036 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user, potentially compromising the system.