CVE-2018-15974

Description

Adobe Framemaker versions 1.0.5.1 and below have an insecure library loading (dll hijacking) vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.91% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory adobe.com
Affected: Adobe Adobe Framemaker
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/framemaker/apsb18-37.html patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105537 third party advisory vdb entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/151002 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-15974?
CVE-2018-15974 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-15974?
To fix CVE-2018-15974, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-15974 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2018-15974 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-15974?
CVE-2018-15974 affects Adobe Adobe Framemaker.
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