CVE-2018-10478: Medium severity foxit reader vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.0.0.29935. 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 parsing of U3D Texture Coord Dimensions objects. 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-5397.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-10478?
CVE-2018-10478 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to sensitive information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2018-10478?
To fix CVE-2018-10478, users should update Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF to version 9.0.1.1049 or later.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-10478?
CVE-2018-10478 affects Foxit Reader and Foxit PhantomPDF versions 9.0.0.29935 up to 9.0.1.1049.
Who is at risk with CVE-2018-10478?
Users of vulnerable versions of Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF who visit malicious pages or open malicious files are at risk.
Is user interaction required for CVE-2018-10478 exploitation?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2018-10478 as the target must visit a malicious page or file.