CVE-2019-8181: Use After Free

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2019-8181?

CVE-2019-8181 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2019-8181?

To fix CVE-2019-8181, you should update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version provided by Adobe.

Q: Which versions of Adobe Acrobat and Reader are affected by CVE-2019-8181?

CVE-2019-8181 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.012.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, and 2015.006.30503 and earlier.

Q: What could happen if CVE-2019-8181 is exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2019-8181 could lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to execute malicious code on the affected system.

Q: Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-8181 until I can update?

No, there are no known workarounds for CVE-2019-8181; the recommended action is to apply the security updates.

Published Oct 17, 2019

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

Remediation

Patch Available

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb19-49.html

Event History

Oct 17, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:18 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:18 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8181?

CVE-2019-8181 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2019-8181?