CVE-2026-18597
Blind SSRF on Foxit PDF Services API
Description
The PDF creation feature of Foxit PDF Services API supports referencing external files. Although local file access is restricted, an attacker could trigger an SSRF vulnerability by using URL redirection to bypass validation, leading to information disclosure.
INFO
Published Date :
Aug. 6, 2026, 8:16 a.m.
Last Modified :
Aug. 6, 2026, 8:16 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
14984358-7092-470d-8f34-ade47a7658a2
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 14984358-7092-470d-8f34-ade47a7658a2 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | MITRE-CVE |
Solution
- Validate all external file references.
- Implement strict URL validation.
- Disable URL redirection if possible.
- Update Foxit PDF Services API.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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CVE-2026-18597.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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New CVE Received by 14984358-7092-470d-8f34-ade47a7658a2
Aug. 06, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'vendor': 'Foxit Software Inc.', 'product': 'Foxit PDF Services API', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': 'before 2026-07-27'}], 'defaultStatus': 'unaffected'}] Added Description The PDF creation feature of Foxit PDF Services API supports referencing external files. Although local file access is restricted, an attacker could trigger an SSRF vulnerability by using URL redirection to bypass validation, leading to information disclosure. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:N Added CWE CWE-918 Added Reference https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html