CVE-2018-17621 is a critical remote code execution vulnerability affecting Foxit Reader 9.0.1.5096 and other Foxit Reader versions on Windows. It stems from improper handling of Format events, specifically a use-after-free condition, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code. Rated 8.8 HIGH on CVSS, exploitation requires user interaction, such as opening a malicious file or visiting a malicious page. There is no public exploit code available, nor is there evidence of active exploitation or significant community discussion.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 9.1.0.5096CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:foxitsoftware:reader:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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