Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in Foxit Reader Plugin
CVE-2013-10068
9.4CRITICAL
Key Information:
Badges
👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 59%
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.
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.
References
EPSS Score
59% 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
rgod