CVE-2018-10487: 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 files embedded inside PDF documents. 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-5419.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-10487?
CVE-2018-10487 is classified as a high severity vulnerability affecting Foxit Reader.
How do I fix CVE-2018-10487?
To mitigate CVE-2018-10487, update Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF to version 9.0.1.1049 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2018-10487 allow?
CVE-2018-10487 allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information under specific conditions.
What versions of Foxit Reader are affected by CVE-2018-10487?
CVE-2018-10487 affects Foxit Reader versions up to 9.0.1.1049.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-10487?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2018-10487, as the user must open a malicious file or visit a malicious page.