Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Foxit PDF Reader by Foxit Software
CVE-2018-3997

8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
Foxit PDF Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 October 2018

What is CVE-2018-3997?

A use-after-free vulnerability exists within the JavaScript engine of Foxit PDF Reader, specifically in version 9.2.0.9297. When a specially crafted PDF document is processed, it can manipulate a recently freed object in memory, allowing for arbitrary code execution. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by deceiving users into opening the malicious PDF, or, if the browser plugin is activated, by leading users to a compromised website that triggers the flaw.

Affected Version(s)

Foxit PDF Reader 9.2.0.9297

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041769
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS...
x_refsource_MISC

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2018-3997 : Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Foxit PDF Reader by Foxit Software