CVE-2018-21239
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.82%
Last modified
CVE-2018-21239 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 9.2. It allows NTLM credential theft via a GoToE or GoToR action.. EPSS estimates a 0.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 9.2. It allows NTLM credential theft via a GoToE or GoToR action.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Phantompdf | < 9.2 |
| Foxitsoftware | Reader | < 9.2 |
References
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-21239?
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 9.2. It allows NTLM credential theft via a GoToE or GoToR action.
How severe is CVE-2018-21239?
CVE-2018-21239 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-21239?
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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