CVE-2018-17627: Foxit Reader XFA mouseUp Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Thu Jan 24 2019(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297. 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 the XFA mouseUp event. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-6455.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit PhantomPDF | <=9.2.0.9297 | |
| Foxit Reader for Windows | <=9.2.0.9297 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Foxit PDF Reader |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17627?
CVE-2018-17627 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17627?
To fix CVE-2018-17627, update Foxit Reader and Foxit PhantomPDF to version 9.3 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-17627?
CVE-2018-17627 affects Foxit Reader version 9.2.0.9297 and earlier versions.
Does CVE-2018-17627 require user interaction to exploit?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2018-17627 requires user interaction, such as opening a malicious file.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2018-17627 enable?
CVE-2018-17627 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
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