CVE-2017-16814: Path Traversal
First published: Mon Feb 26 2018(Updated: )
A Directory Traversal issue was discovered in the Foxit MobilePDF app before 6.1 for iOS. This occurs by abusing the URL + escape character during a Wi-Fi transfer, which could be exploited by attackers to bypass intended restrictions on local application files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit Software MobilePDF | <=6.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16814?
CVE-2017-16814 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential exploitation for unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16814?
To fix CVE-2017-16814, users should update the Foxit MobilePDF app to version 6.1 or later.
What specific issue does CVE-2017-16814 address?
CVE-2017-16814 addresses a Directory Traversal vulnerability that allows attackers to bypass local file restrictions.
Which versions of Foxit MobilePDF are affected by CVE-2017-16814?
CVE-2017-16814 affects Foxit MobilePDF versions prior to 6.1 for iOS.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2017-16814?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2017-16814 by using a specially crafted URL with escape characters during a Wi-Fi transfer.
- agent/author
- agent/type
- agent/event
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- agent/weakness
- agent/references
- agent/severity
- agent/description
- vendor/foxitsoftware
- canonical/foxit software mobilepdf
- version/foxit software mobilepdf/6.0.0