Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF
CVE-2018-14442

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

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

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF prior to version 9.2 are susceptible to a Use-After-Free vulnerability. This flaw can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially compromising system security. It is crucial for users to upgrade to the latest versions to mitigate this risk.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2018-14442
Created by payatu

PS-2018-002---CVE-2018-14442
Created by sharmasandeepkr

References

https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.php
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EPSS Score

5% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

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