CVE-2018-9953 is a critical remote code execution vulnerability affecting Foxit Reader 9.0.1.1049 and PhantomPDF. This flaw, stemming from improper object validation within the XFA resolveNodes method, allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system if they open a malicious file or visit a malicious page. With a CVSS score of 8.8 (High), it poses a significant risk due to its low attack complexity and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Despite its severity, there is no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this vulnerability.
| 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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