CVE-2018-17668: Foxit Reader XFA xfdf removeAttribute Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jan 24, 2019
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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 removeAttribute method of a XFA object. 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-6522.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader. 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 removeAttribute method of a XFA object. 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.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Foxit Reader
Foxitsoftware Phantompdf<=9.2.0.9297
Foxitsoftware Reader<=9.2.0.9297
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jan 24, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 22, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·04:31 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-17668?

CVE-2018-17668 has a high severity level as it allows for remote code execution on vulnerable systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-17668?

To fix CVE-2018-17668, update Foxit Reader or Foxit PhantomPDF to version 9.2.1.1015 or later.

3

What are the affected products for CVE-2018-17668?

CVE-2018-17668 affects Foxit Reader and Foxit PhantomPDF versions up to 9.2.0.9297.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-17668?

Yes, user interaction is required for CVE-2018-17668 as the victim must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

5

Can CVE-2018-17668 impact my Windows operating system?

CVE-2018-17668 does not impact the Windows operating system directly but affects the applications running on it.

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