CVE-2018-10481: 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 handling of U3D Texture Resource structures. 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 data structure. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-5408.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-10481?
CVE-2018-10481 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to the potential for sensitive information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2018-10481?
To mitigate CVE-2018-10481, users should upgrade to a patched version of Foxit Reader or PhantomPDF beyond version 9.0.1.1049.
What is CVE-2018-10481?
CVE-2018-10481 is a vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.
What versions are affected by CVE-2018-10481?
CVE-2018-10481 affects Foxit Reader versions up to and including 9.0.1.1049 and Foxit PhantomPDF versions up to and including 9.0.1.1049.
Can CVE-2018-10481 be exploited without user interaction?
CVE-2018-10481 requires user interaction, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file for exploitation.