Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Foxit PDF Reader by Foxit Software
CVE-2018-3997
8HIGH
Summary
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
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