CVE-2018-21240
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.04%
Last modified
CVE-2018-21240 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 9.2. It allows memory consumption via an ArrayBuffer(0xfffffffe) call.. EPSS estimates a 1.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 9.2. It allows memory consumption via an ArrayBuffer(0xfffffffe) call.
Metrics
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-2018-21240?
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 9.2. It allows memory consumption via an ArrayBuffer(0xfffffffe) call.
How severe is CVE-2018-21240?
CVE-2018-21240 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-21240?
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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