SB2017072602 - Remote code execution in Foxit PDF Compressor



SB2017072602 - Remote code execution in Foxit PDF Compressor

Published: August 23, 2017

Security Bulletin ID SB2017072602
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Insecure DLL loading (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-12892)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain elevated privileges.

The vulnerability exists in the application's installer package due to untrusted search path elemant. A remote attacker can place a specially crafted .dll file on a remote SBM or WebDAV share, trick the victim into opening legitimate media file and execute arbitrary code on the target system with system privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.