What is the severity of CVE-2018-14271?

CVE-2018-14271 has a critical severity level due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-14271?

To fix CVE-2018-14271, users should update Foxit Reader and Foxit PhantomPDF to version 9.1.0.5096 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2018-14271?

CVE-2018-14271 affects users of Foxit Reader and Foxit PhantomPDF versions up to and including 9.1.0.5096.

What type of attack does CVE-2018-14271 enable?

CVE-2018-14271 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code requiring user interaction.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-14271?

Yes, user interaction is required for CVE-2018-14271, as targets must open a malicious file or visit a malicious page.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2018-14271

high

8.8

CWE

704 843

31/7/2018

5/8/2024

CVE-2018-14271: Incorrect Type Cast

First published: Tue Jul 31 2018(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.0.1.1049. 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 removeField method. By performing actions in JavaScript, an attacker can trigger a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-6034.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Foxit Reader	<=9.1.0.5096
Foxit PhantomPDF	<=9.1.0.5096
Microsoft Windows

Remedy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-14271?
CVE-2018-14271 has a critical severity level due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-14271?
To fix CVE-2018-14271, users should update Foxit Reader and Foxit PhantomPDF to version 9.1.0.5096 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-14271?
CVE-2018-14271 affects users of Foxit Reader and Foxit PhantomPDF versions up to and including 9.1.0.5096.
What type of attack does CVE-2018-14271 enable?
CVE-2018-14271 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code requiring user interaction.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-14271?
Yes, user interaction is required for CVE-2018-14271, as targets must open a malicious file or visit a malicious page.

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