CVE-2018-4979

Description

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier have a Security Bypass vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.

References

Link	Tags
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-09.html	patch vendor advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040920	third party advisory vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104168	third party advisory vdb entry
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-18-463/	third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-4979?: CVE-2018-4979 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-4979?: To fix CVE-2018-4979, 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-2018-4979 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2018-4979 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-2018-4979?: CVE-2018-4979 affects n/a Adobe Acrobat and Reader 2018.011.20038 and earlier, 2017.011.30079 and earlier, and 2015.006.30417 and earlier versions.

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Description

Category

CWE-125 – Out-of-bounds Read

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Frequently Asked Questions