CVE-2018-3960: Use After Free
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software's Foxit PDF Reader version 9.1.0.5096. A use-after-free condition can occur when accessing the Producer property of the this.info object. An attacker needs to trick the user to open the malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. If the browser plugin extension is enabled, visiting a malicious site can also trigger the vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-3960?
CVE-2018-3960 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3960?
To fix CVE-2018-3960, update Foxit PDF Reader or Foxit PhantomPDF to version 9.2.0.9297 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-3960?
CVE-2018-3960 affects users of Foxit PDF Reader and Foxit PhantomPDF versions up to 9.2.0.9297.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2018-3960?
CVE-2018-3960 is a use-after-free vulnerability that can be triggered by accessing the Producer property of the this.info object.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2018-3960?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-3960 to execute arbitrary code on a user's system by tricking them into opening a malicious PDF file.