CVE-2018-17632 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A security flaw has been discovered in Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297 that allows remote attackers to execute unauthorized code on vulnerable installations by exploiting the resolveNode event handling.

Understanding CVE-2018-17632

This CVE entry details a vulnerability in Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297 that could be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

What is CVE-2018-17632?

The vulnerability in Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297 allows attackers to execute unauthorized code by taking advantage of the resolveNode event handling. User interaction is required for exploitation.

The Impact of CVE-2018-17632

Attackers can execute unauthorized code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297
The vulnerability arises from the lack of validation of an object before performing operations on it
Identified as ZDI-CAN-6700

Technical Details of CVE-2018-17632

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Type: CWE-416: Use After Free
The flaw exists in the resolveNode event handling
Attackers can execute code within the current process

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Foxit Reader
Vendor: Foxit
Version: 9.2.0.9297

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the resolveNode event handling
Target user interaction required to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-17632.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Foxit Reader to a patched version
Avoid interacting with suspicious or untrusted files or websites

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and applications
Implement security best practices to prevent code execution vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

Foxit has released patches to address this vulnerability
Regularly check for updates and apply them promptly