Vulnerability identifier: #VU12687
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Adobe Acrobat
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Adobe Reader
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: Adobe
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information on the target system.
The weakness exists due to improper access controls. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted .pdf file, bypass security restrictions and gain access to arbitrary data.
Mitigation
Update to version 2018.011.20040, 2017.011.30080 or 2015.006.30418.
Vulnerable software versions
Adobe Acrobat: 17.011.30079, 15.006.30306 - 15.006.30417
Adobe Reader: 2015.006.30306 - 2015.006.30417, 2017.011.30079, 2018.011.20035 - 2018.011.20038
External links
http://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb18-09.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.