CVE-2018-9949 is a critical heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability affecting Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions 9.0.0.29935 and earlier. This flaw, stemming from improper validation during TIFF file parsing, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code with user interaction, typically by opening a malicious file. With a CVSS score of 8.8 (High), it presents a significant risk of full compromise (confidentiality, integrity, availability). While no public exploits, Metasploit modules, or active exploitation have been observed, and community discussion is minimal, the potential impact remains severe.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 9.0.1.1049CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:foxitsoftware:foxit_reader:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
<= 9.0.1.1049CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:foxitsoftware:phantompdf:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
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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