Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Foxit Reader by Foxit Software
CVE-2018-14300

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
Foxit Reader
PhantomPDF
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 July 2018

What is CVE-2018-14300?

This vulnerability in Foxit Reader 9.0.1.5096 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting Polygon annotations within documents. Successful exploitation requires user interaction, as the target must either visit a malicious webpage or open a specially crafted file. By manipulating elements in a document, an attacker can lead to the reuse of a freed pointer, potentially allowing code execution in the context of the affected process.

References

https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.php
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https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-18-760
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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