CVE-2018-5043: Buffer Overflow

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2018-5043?

CVE-2018-5043 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2018-5043?

To fix CVE-2018-5043, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions provided by Adobe.

Q: Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-5043?

CVE-2018-5043 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-5043?

CVE-2018-5043 is classified as a Buffer Errors vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.

Q: What could happen if CVE-2018-5043 is exploited?

If CVE-2018-5043 is exploited, it could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user.

Published 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 Buffer Errors 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<=15.006.30418

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20040

Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30080

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<=15.006.30418

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<=18.011.20040

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<=17.011.30080

Apple iOS and macOS

Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jul 20, 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-2018-5043?

CVE-2018-5043 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-5043?

To fix CVE-2018-5043, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest versions provided by Adobe.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-5043?