DLL Hijacking Vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF
CVE-2021-38571

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Foxit
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 August 2021

Summary

A vulnerability exists in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF prior to version 10.1.4, allowing malicious actors to exploit DLL hijacking. This exposure can enable attackers to run arbitrary code within the context of the application, increasing the risk of compromise of sensitive data and system integrity.

References

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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