CVE-2018-9978: Medium severity Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.0.0.29935. 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 U3D 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 object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the context process. Was ZDI-CAN-5428.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-9978?
CVE-2018-9978 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9978?
To fix CVE-2018-9978, ensure that you update Foxit Reader or Foxit PhantomPDF to version 9.0.1.1049 or later.
What types of attacks exploit CVE-2018-9978?
CVE-2018-9978 can be exploited through a malicious webpage or a malicious file that requires user interaction.
Which versions of Foxit Reader are affected by CVE-2018-9978?
CVE-2018-9978 affects Foxit Reader versions up to and including 9.0.1.1049.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-9978?
Yes, user interaction is required for exploiting CVE-2018-9978.