CVE-2018-16018

Name: CVE-2018-16018
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-01-18T17:29:19.12+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-16018 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20064 and earlier, 2019.010.20064 and earlier, 2017.011.30110 and earlier version, and 2015.006.30461 and earlier have a security bypass vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.. EPSS estimates a 4.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.010.20064 and earlier, 2019.010.20064 and earlier, 2017.011.30110 and earlier version, and 2015.006.30461 and earlier have a security bypass vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.37%

90.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Adobe	Acrobat Dc	>= 15.006.30060, <= 15.006.30461
Adobe	Acrobat Dc	>= 15.008.20082, <= 19.010.20064
Adobe	Acrobat Dc	>= 17.011.30056, <= 17.011.30110
Adobe	Acrobat Reader Dc	>= 15.006.30060, <= 15.006.30461
Adobe	Acrobat Reader Dc	>= 15.008.20082, <= 19.010.20064
Adobe	Acrobat Reader Dc	>= 17.011.30059, <= 17.011.30110

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106449Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb19-02.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106449Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb19-02.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 18, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-16018?

How severe is CVE-2018-16018?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-16018 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-16018?

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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Source: NVD / NIST