CVE-2018-9983: 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 data structure. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the context process. Was ZDI-CAN-5494.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Patch ZDI-CAN-5494
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-9983?
CVE-2018-9983 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9983?
To fix CVE-2018-9983, update Foxit Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2018-9983?
CVE-2018-9983 can be exploited through remote access after a user visits a malicious page or opens a malicious file.
What versions of Foxit Reader are affected by CVE-2018-9983?
CVE-2018-9983 specifically affects Foxit Reader version 9.0.0.29935.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-9983?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2018-9983.