CVE-2018-17660 is a critical remote code execution vulnerability affecting Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions 9.2.0.9297 on Windows. It stems from improper validation of object existence before operations within the Host object's resetData method, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code if a user opens a malicious file or visits a malicious page. With a CVSS score of 8.8 (High), this vulnerability requires user interaction but can lead to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no public exploits or active exploitation have been observed, and community discussion is minimal, its high severity warrants attention.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 9.2.0.9297CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:foxitsoftware:phantompdf:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
<= 9.2.0.9297CPE 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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