Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Foxit PDF Editor
CVE-2021-34954

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Foxit
Status
PDF Editor
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 May 2024

Summary

A use-after-free vulnerability exists in Foxit PDF Editor related to the handling of Annotation objects. The flaw arises due to insufficient validation when operating on these objects, which can lead to the execution of arbitrary code by an attacker. To exploit this issue, a user must open a malicious PDF file or visit a compromised webpage. This vulnerability requires user interaction, allowing an attacker to execute code within the context of the affected process, potentially compromising system integrity and user data.

Affected Version(s)

PDF Editor 11.0.0.49893

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1185/
x_research-advisory
https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html
vendor-advisory

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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