CVE-2018-17697: Foxit Reader Collab templates 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 templates. 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-7170.

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 templates. 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-2018-17697?

CVE-2018-17697 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-17697?

To fix CVE-2018-17697, update Foxit Reader to a version later than 9.2.0.9297.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2018-17697?

CVE-2018-17697 affects Foxit Reader version 9.2.0.9297 and earlier versions.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2018-17697 facilitate?

CVE-2018-17697 facilitates remote code execution attacks that require user interaction.

5

What should I do if I cannot update to fix CVE-2018-17697?

If you cannot update, avoid opening files or visiting links from untrusted sources to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2018-17697.

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