CVE-2018-5048: Medium severity adobe acrobat reader dc vulnerability
Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier versions have an Out-of-bounds read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5048?
CVE-2018-5048 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5048?
To fix CVE-2018-5048, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version.
What types of information could be disclosed due to CVE-2018-5048?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2018-5048 could lead to the disclosure of sensitive information stored or handled by Adobe Acrobat or Reader.
Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2018-5048?
CVE-2018-5048 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30080 and earlier, and 2015.006.30418 and earlier.
What does an Out-of-bounds read vulnerability mean in CVE-2018-5048?
An Out-of-bounds read vulnerability, like CVE-2018-5048, allows an attacker to read memory beyond the intended boundary, potentially revealing sensitive information.