CVE-2019-7018: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2019-7018?

CVE-2019-7018 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2019-7018?

To fix CVE-2019-7018, users should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-7018?

CVE-2019-7018 is categorized as a use after free vulnerability, which can lead to exploitation.

Q: What risks are associated with CVE-2019-7018?

Exploitation of CVE-2019-7018 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Published May 24, 2019

Updated

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20069 and earlier, 2019.010.20069 and earlier, 2017.011.30113 and earlier version, and 2015.006.30464 and earlier have an use after free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution .

Affected Software

8 affected components

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.006.30060<15.006.30475

Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<19.010.20091

Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30056<17.011.30120

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<15.006.30475

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<19.010.20091

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<17.011.30120

Apple iOS and macOS

Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Patch Available

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb19-07.html

Event History

May 24, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:51 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:51 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-7018?

CVE-2019-7018 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

Which versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2019-7018?

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20069 and earlier, 2017.011.30113 and earlier, and 2015.006.30464 and earlier are affected by CVE-2019-7018.

How do I fix CVE-2019-7018?