Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in Foxit Reader Plugin
CVE-2013-10068

9.4CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
Foxit
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 August 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 54%

What is CVE-2013-10068?

The Foxit Reader Plugin contains a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the npFoxitReaderPlugin.dll module. When users load a PDF file from a remote host, an excessively long query string in the URL may trigger a buffer overflow. This flaw can enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising the security of the victim's system.

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Affected Version(s)

Foxit Reader * <= 5.4.5.0114

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2013-10068 - Proof of Concept

CVE-2013-10068 - Proof of Concept

CVE-2013-10068 - Proof of Concept

References

https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-frame...
exploit
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/23944
exploit
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/24502
exploit

EPSS Score

54% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V4

Score:
9.4
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

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