CVE-2018-19448
First published: Mon Jun 17 2019(Updated: )
In Foxit Reader SDK (ActiveX) Professional 5.4.0.1031, an uninitialized object in IReader_ContentProvider::GetDocEventHandler occurs when embedding the control into Office documents. By opening a specially crafted document, an attacker can trigger an out of bounds write condition, possibly leveraging this to gain remote code execution.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit PDF SDK ActiveX | <=5.5.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-19448?
CVE-2018-19448 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-19448?
To mitigate CVE-2018-19448, update the Foxit PDF SDK ActiveX to the latest version available beyond 5.5.0.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-19448?
CVE-2018-19448 affects users of Foxit Reader SDK (ActiveX) Professional versions up to 5.5.0.
What kind of attack does CVE-2018-19448 enable?
CVE-2018-19448 can be exploited to conduct a remote code execution attack by embedding malicious content into Office documents.
Is CVE-2018-19448 exploitable through other software?
CVE-2018-19448 is specifically a vulnerability in the Foxit PDF SDK ActiveX and does not affect other software independent of this component.
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