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The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2018-9957, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.0.1.1049. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability, meaning the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the handling of XFA Button elements. When parsing arguments passed to the resetData method, the process does not properly validate the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the current process.
Overview
This vulnerability is a Use After Free issue (CWE-416) that affects Foxit Reader 9.0.1.1049. The problem arises from improper validation of the existence of an object before performing operations on it. This flaw can be exploited by an attacker to execute arbitrary code under the context of the current process. The vulnerability was made public on 20th April 2018 and updated on 17th May 2018.
Remediation
Users of Foxit Reader 9.0.1.1049 are advised to update to the latest version of the software. Foxit has likely provided a patch to address this vulnerability in their security bulletins. Always be cautious when visiting web pages or opening files from untrusted sources.
References
- Zero Day Initiative Advisory: ZDI-18-341
- Foxit Security Bulletins: Foxit Security Bulletins
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This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- ConstructionConstruction
- InformationInformation
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- MiningMining
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
