Null Pointer Dereference Vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF
CVE-2020-28203

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
Foxit Reader
PhantomPDF
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 December 2020

What is CVE-2020-28203?

A vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF allows for a null pointer dereference when a specially crafted PDF file is opened. This flaw may cause the application to crash, resulting in a denial of service. Users are advised to avoid opening untrusted PDFs to mitigate potential risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.php
x_refsource_MISC

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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