CVE-2018-12799
UnknownEPSS 6.74%
Last modified
CVE-2018-12799 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20055 and earlier, 2017.011.30096 and earlier, and 2015.006.30434 and earlier have an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.. EPSS estimates a 6.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20055 and earlier, 2017.011.30096 and earlier, and 2015.006.30434 and earlier have an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Acrobat Dc | >= 15.006.30060, <= 15.006.30434 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Dc | >= 15.008.20082, <= 18.011.20055 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Dc | >= 17.011.30059, <= 17.011.30096 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader Dc | >= 15.006.30060, <= 15.006.30434 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader Dc | >= 15.008.20082, <= 18.011.20055 |
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader Dc | >= 17.011.30059, <= 17.011.30096 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105069Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041471Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-29.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105069Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041471Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-29.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-12799?
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20055 and earlier, 2017.011.30096 and earlier, and 2015.006.30434 and earlier have an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2018-12799?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-12799 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-12799?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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