What is the severity of CVE-2017-14837?

CVE-2017-14837 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2017-14837?

To fix CVE-2017-14837, update Foxit Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

Who is affected by CVE-2017-14837?

CVE-2017-14837 affects users of Foxit Reader version 8.3.1.21155 and prior.

What can attackers do with CVE-2017-14837?

Attackers can execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader if the user interacts with malicious content.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2017-14837?

Yes, user interaction is required as the victim must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2017-14837

high

8.8

CWE

704 843

20/12/2017

9/10/2019

CVE-2017-14837: Incorrect Type Cast

First published: Wed Dec 20 2017(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 8.3.1.21155. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the pageSpan method of XFA Layout objects. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-5029.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Foxit Reader	=8.3.1.21155

Remedy

https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.php

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-14837?
CVE-2017-14837 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14837?
To fix CVE-2017-14837, update Foxit Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-14837?
CVE-2017-14837 affects users of Foxit Reader version 8.3.1.21155 and prior.
What can attackers do with CVE-2017-14837?
Attackers can execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader if the user interacts with malicious content.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2017-14837?
Yes, user interaction is required as the victim must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-14837?
CVE-2017-14837 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14837?
To fix CVE-2017-14837, update Foxit Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-14837?
CVE-2017-14837 affects users of Foxit Reader version 8.3.1.21155 and prior.
What can attackers do with CVE-2017-14837?
Attackers can execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader if the user interacts with malicious content.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2017-14837?
Yes, user interaction is required as the victim must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.