CVE-2018-9973: Medium severity Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.0.1.1049. 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 parsing of ePub files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-5758.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-9973?
CVE-2018-9973 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to lead to sensitive information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9973?
To fix CVE-2018-9973, users should update their Foxit Reader or PhantomPDF to the latest version beyond 9.0.1.1049.
What type of attacks exploit CVE-2018-9973?
CVE-2018-9973 can be exploited through actions such as visiting a malicious web page or opening a compromised PDF file.
What versions are affected by CVE-2018-9973?
CVE-2018-9973 affects Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions up to and including 9.0.1.1049.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-9973?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2018-9973 requires user interaction, either by visiting a malicious site or opening a malicious file.