CVE-2018-19713 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability related to use after free has been identified in Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.008.20081 and earlier, 2019.008.20080 and earlier, 2019.008.20081 and earlier, 2017.011.30106 and earlier, 2017.011.30105 and earlier, 2015.006.30457 and earlier, and 2015.006.30456 and earlier. If exploited, this vulnerability could result in arbitrary code execution.

Understanding CVE-2018-19713

This CVE identifies a use after free vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader.

What is CVE-2018-19713?

A use after free vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions that could allow arbitrary code execution if exploited.

The Impact of CVE-2018-19713

The vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution, posing a significant security risk to affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-19713

This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability is related to use after free in Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions.

Affected Systems and Versions

Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.008.20081 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2019.008.20080 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2017.011.30106 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2017.011.30105 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2015.006.30457 and earlier
Adobe Acrobat and Reader versions 2015.006.30456 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability could be exploited to trigger arbitrary code execution on the affected systems.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-19713 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Adobe Acrobat and Reader to the latest patched versions.
Monitor security advisories from Adobe for any further updates.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement regular security patches and updates for software.
Conduct security training for users to recognize and report suspicious activities.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for and apply security patches and updates provided by Adobe for Acrobat and Reader to mitigate the vulnerability.