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8.8

Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297 lets attacker run code remotely

CVE-2018-17703 · published 7 years ago
Summary

The version of Foxit Reader identified can be tricked into running malicious code when a user visits a crafted web page or opens a specially crafted PDF file. This could let an attacker take control of the program and potentially the computer it runs on. Apply the latest security update from Foxit or upgrade to a newer version, and advise users not to open files or links from untrusted sources.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
foxitsoftware phantompdf <= 9.2.0.9297
cpe:2.3:a:foxitsoftware:phantompdf:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
foxitsoftware reader <= 9.2.0.9297
cpe:2.3:a:foxitsoftware:reader:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the t...
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297. 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 handling of the defaultValue property of ComboBox objects. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-7253.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
8.8 High
Exploitation
4% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-416Use After Free
Timeline
Published24 Jan 2019
Updated23 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2018-17703 · NVD
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