CVE-2018-17690: Foxit PhantomPDF rect 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 PhantomPDF 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 rect property of a Link 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-7103.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit Software PhantomPDF for Windows | ||
| Foxit PhantomPDF | <=9.2.0.9297 | |
| Foxit Reader for Windows | <=9.2.0.9297 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17690?
CVE-2018-17690 is considered a high severity vulnerability that can allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17690?
To fix CVE-2018-17690, you should update Foxit PhantomPDF to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions are affected by CVE-2018-17690?
CVE-2018-17690 affects Foxit PhantomPDF and Foxit Reader versions up to and including 9.2.0.9297.
Does CVE-2018-17690 require user interaction to be exploited?
Yes, CVE-2018-17690 requires user interaction, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What types of attacks can be carried out using CVE-2018-17690?
CVE-2018-17690 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations.
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