What is the severity of CVE-2017-16584?

CVE-2017-16584 is considered a medium severity vulnerability that allows information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16584?

To fix CVE-2017-16584, upgrade Foxit Reader to a version that is patched for this vulnerability.

What type of exploitation is possible with CVE-2017-16584?

CVE-2017-16584 can be exploited through user interaction by visiting a malicious webpage or opening a harmful file.

Which version of Foxit Reader is affected by CVE-2017-16584?

CVE-2017-16584 affects Foxit Reader version 8.3.2.25013.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2017-16584?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2017-16584.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2017-16584

medium

6.5

CWE

125 200

20/12/2017

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-16584: Infoleak

First published: Wed Dec 20 2017(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 8.3.2.25013. 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 util.printf. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-5290.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Foxit Reader	=8.3.2.25013

Remedy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-16584?
CVE-2017-16584 is considered a medium severity vulnerability that allows information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16584?
To fix CVE-2017-16584, upgrade Foxit Reader to a version that is patched for this vulnerability.
What type of exploitation is possible with CVE-2017-16584?
CVE-2017-16584 can be exploited through user interaction by visiting a malicious webpage or opening a harmful file.
Which version of Foxit Reader is affected by CVE-2017-16584?
CVE-2017-16584 affects Foxit Reader version 8.3.2.25013.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2017-16584?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2017-16584.

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