CVE-2018-9984: 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 Texture Image Channels objects in 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 current process. Was ZDI-CAN-5495.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-9984?
CVE-2018-9984 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for sensitive information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9984?
To fix CVE-2018-9984, update Foxit Reader and Foxit PhantomPDF to version 9.0.1.1049 or later.
What types of applications are affected by CVE-2018-9984?
CVE-2018-9984 affects Foxit Reader and Foxit PhantomPDF versions up to 9.0.1.1049.
Will user interaction be required to exploit CVE-2018-9984?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2018-9984, as it involves visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What kind of information can be disclosed due to CVE-2018-9984?
CVE-2018-9984 may allow remote attackers to disclose sensitive information from vulnerable installations.