CVE-2018-17694: Foxit PhantomPDF display 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 display property of a button. 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-7138.
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-2018-17694?
CVE-2018-17694 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17694?
To mitigate CVE-2018-17694, upgrade Foxit PhantomPDF to a version later than 9.2.0.9297.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2018-17694?
CVE-2018-17694 affects Foxit PhantomPDF versions up to and including 9.2.0.9297.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-17694?
Yes, user interaction is required for CVE-2018-17694, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What software is impacted by CVE-2018-17694?
CVE-2018-17694 impacts both Foxit PhantomPDF and Foxit Reader versions up to 9.2.0.9297.
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