#Foxit Reader getAnnot Type Confusion Remote Code Execution Vulnerability ZDI-18-710 ZDI-CAN-6013 CVE ID: CVE-2018-14250 CVSS Score: 6.8, AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P Affected Vendors: Foxit Affected Products: Reader Vulnerability Details This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability, meaning the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the getAnnot method. By performing actions in JavaScript, an attacker can trigger a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the current process. Additional Details Foxit has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at: https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.php Disclosure Timeline 2018-04-03 - Vulnerability reported to vendor 2018-07-19 - Coordinated public release of advisory 2018-07-19 - Advisory Updated Credit nsfocus security team.