Stack Overflow Vulnerability in Foxit Quick PDF Library
CVE-2018-20247

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Foxit
Status
Foxit Quick PDF Library
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 December 2018

Summary

The vulnerability in Foxit Quick PDF Library arises from the handling of malformed or malicious PDFs, specifically those containing a recursive page tree structure. When such a PDF is processed using the LoadFromFile, LoadFromString, or LoadFromStream functions, it can lead to a stack overflow. This flaw potentially allows an attacker to exploit the software, putting users' systems at risk. It is imperative for users to update to version 16.12 or later to mitigate this security risk.

Affected Version(s)

Foxit Quick PDF Library All versions prior to 16.12

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106306
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https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.php
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EPSS Score

44% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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