CVE-2018-14299: This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.0.1.5096. User interaction is requi...

Description

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.0.1.5096. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of Line annotations. By manipulating a document's elements, an attacker can cause a pointer to be reused after it has been freed. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-6215.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.77%

84.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Foxitsoftware	Foxit Reader	<= 9.1.0.5096
Foxitsoftware	Phantompdf	<= 9.1.0.5096

References

https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-18-759Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-18-759Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jul 31, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-14299?

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader 9.0.1.5096. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of Line annotations. By manipulating a document's elements, an attacker can cause a pointer to be reused after it has been freed. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-6215.

How severe is CVE-2018-14299?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-14299 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.77% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-14299?

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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