Vulnerability Description
An exploitable use-after-free vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software's Foxit PDF Reader, version 9.2.0.9297. A specially crafted PDF document can trigger a previously freed object in memory to be reused, resulting in arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user to open 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 | Phantompdf | <= 9.2.0.9297 |
| Foxitsoftware | Reader | <= 9.2.0.9297 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041769Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0660ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041769Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0660ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-3992?
CVE-2018-3992 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). An exploitable use-after-free vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software's Foxit PDF Reader, version 9.2.0.9297. A specially crafted PDF document can trigger a previously freed ob...
How severe is CVE-2018-3992?
CVE-2018-3992 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-2018-3992?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Foxitsoftware Phantompdf, Foxitsoftware Reader, Microsoft Windows.