Vulnerability Description
An exploitable type confusion vulnerability exists in the way Foxit PDF Reader version 9.0.1.1049 parses files with associated file annotations. A specially crafted PDF document can lead to an object of invalid type to be dereferenced, which can potentially lead to sensitive memory disclosure, and possibly to arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user into opening the malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. If the browser plugin extension is enabled, visiting a malicious site can also trigger the vulnerability.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Foxit Reader | 9.0.1.1049 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103942Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040733Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0526ExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103942Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040733Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0526ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-3843?
CVE-2018-3843 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). An exploitable type confusion vulnerability exists in the way Foxit PDF Reader version 9.0.1.1049 parses files with associated file annotations. A specially crafted PDF document can lead to an object ...
How severe is CVE-2018-3843?
CVE-2018-3843 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-2018-3843?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader.