CVE-2019-8178: Use After Free

Published Oct 17, 2019
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Updated

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions , 2019.012.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, 2015.006.30503 and earlier, and 2015.006.30503 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<15.006.30504
Adobe Acrobat DC>=15.008.20082<19.021.20047
Adobe Acrobat DC>=17.011.30059<17.011.30150
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.006.30060<15.006.30504
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=15.008.20082<19.021.20047
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC>=17.011.30059<17.011.30150
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Oct 17, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:17 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8178?

CVE-2019-8178 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for leading to arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-8178?

To fix CVE-2019-8178, ensure you update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.

3

Which versions of Adobe Acrobat are affected by CVE-2019-8178?

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.012.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, and 2015.006.30503 and earlier are affected by CVE-2019-8178.

4

What is an use after free vulnerability as described in CVE-2019-8178?

An use after free vulnerability allows an attacker to access memory that has already been released, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.

5

Can CVE-2019-8178 affect systems running macOS or Windows?

CVE-2019-8178 specifically affects vulnerable versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader, regardless of the underlying operating system.

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