CVE-2017-5556

Name: CVE-2017-5556
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-01-23T07:59:00.657+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.74%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-5556 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ConvertToPDF plugin in Foxit Reader before 8.2 and PhantomPDF before 8.2 on Windows, when the gflags app is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash) via a crafted JPEG image. The vulnerability could lead to information disclosure; an attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process.. EPSS estimates a 3.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The ConvertToPDF plugin in Foxit Reader before 8.2 and PhantomPDF before 8.2 on Windows, when the gflags app is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash) via a crafted JPEG image. The vulnerability could lead to information disclosure; an attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.74%

88.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-125

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Foxitsoftware	Foxit Reader	8.1.4.1208
Foxitsoftware	Phantompdf	8.1.1.1115

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95353Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-039/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95353Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-039/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 23, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-5556?

How severe is CVE-2017-5556?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-5556 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-5556?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST