What is the severity of CVE-2019-8188?

CVE-2019-8188 is considered critical due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2019-8188?

To fix CVE-2019-8188, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version available.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-8188?

CVE-2019-8188 is categorized as a use after free vulnerability.

Can CVE-2019-8188 be exploited remotely?

Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2019-8188 could be performed remotely to achieve arbitrary code execution.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2019-8188

medium

4.3

CWE

416

17/10/2019

4/8/2024

CVE-2019-8188: Use After Free

Q: What versions are affected by CVE-2019-8188?

CVE-2019-8188 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.012.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, and 2015.006.30503 and earlier.

First published: Thu 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 .

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
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 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
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows

Remedy

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

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Reference Links

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8188?
CVE-2019-8188 is considered critical due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
What versions are affected by CVE-2019-8188?
CVE-2019-8188 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.012.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, and 2015.006.30503 and earlier.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8188?
To fix CVE-2019-8188, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version available.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-8188?
CVE-2019-8188 is categorized as a use after free vulnerability.
Can CVE-2019-8188 be exploited remotely?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2019-8188 could be performed remotely to achieve arbitrary code execution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8188?
CVE-2019-8188 is considered critical due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
What versions are affected by CVE-2019-8188?
CVE-2019-8188 affects Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.012.20040 and earlier, 2017.011.30148 and earlier, and 2015.006.30503 and earlier.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8188?
To fix CVE-2019-8188, update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest version available.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-8188?
CVE-2019-8188 is categorized as a use after free vulnerability.
Can CVE-2019-8188 be exploited remotely?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2019-8188 could be performed remotely to achieve arbitrary code execution.