Vulnerability Description
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 8.3.1.21155. 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 insert method of XFAScriptObject objects. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-5016.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Foxit Reader | 8.3.1.21155 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-868Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-868Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-14824?
CVE-2017-14824 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 8.3.1.21155. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the tar...
How severe is CVE-2017-14824?
CVE-2017-14824 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-14824?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader.