What is the severity of CVE-2018-19446?

CVE-2018-19446 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-19446?

To fix CVE-2018-19446, users should upgrade to a version of Foxit Reader SDK that is higher than 5.5.0.

Can I still use Foxit Reader SDK version 5.4.0.1031 after CVE-2018-19446 is discovered?

It is not recommended to use Foxit Reader SDK version 5.4.0.1031 due to the significant security risks associated with CVE-2018-19446.

What types of attacks can CVE-2018-19446 facilitate?

CVE-2018-19446 can facilitate remote code execution attacks through specially crafted PDF files.

Is my Windows operating system affected by CVE-2018-19446?

CVE-2018-19446 specifically affects Foxit Reader SDK and does not directly impact Microsoft Windows itself.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2018-19446

high

7.8

CWE

732

17/6/2019

5/8/2024

CVE-2018-19446

First published: Mon Jun 17 2019(Updated: )

A File Write can occur for specially crafted PDF files in Foxit Reader SDK (ActiveX) Professional 5.4.0.1031 when the JavaScript API Doc.createDataObject is used. An attacker can leverage this to gain remote code execution.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Foxitsoftware Foxit Pdf Sdk Activex	<=5.5.0
Microsoft Windows

Remedy

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Reference Links

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-19446?
CVE-2018-19446 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-19446?
To fix CVE-2018-19446, users should upgrade to a version of Foxit Reader SDK that is higher than 5.5.0.
Can I still use Foxit Reader SDK version 5.4.0.1031 after CVE-2018-19446 is discovered?
It is not recommended to use Foxit Reader SDK version 5.4.0.1031 due to the significant security risks associated with CVE-2018-19446.
What types of attacks can CVE-2018-19446 facilitate?
CVE-2018-19446 can facilitate remote code execution attacks through specially crafted PDF files.
Is my Windows operating system affected by CVE-2018-19446?
CVE-2018-19446 specifically affects Foxit Reader SDK and does not directly impact Microsoft Windows itself.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-19446?
CVE-2018-19446 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-19446?
To fix CVE-2018-19446, users should upgrade to a version of Foxit Reader SDK that is higher than 5.5.0.
Can I still use Foxit Reader SDK version 5.4.0.1031 after CVE-2018-19446 is discovered?
It is not recommended to use Foxit Reader SDK version 5.4.0.1031 due to the significant security risks associated with CVE-2018-19446.
What types of attacks can CVE-2018-19446 facilitate?
CVE-2018-19446 can facilitate remote code execution attacks through specially crafted PDF files.
Is my Windows operating system affected by CVE-2018-19446?
CVE-2018-19446 specifically affects Foxit Reader SDK and does not directly impact Microsoft Windows itself.