Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Foxit Software's PDF Reader
CVE-2022-38097

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Foxit
Status
Foxit Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 November 2022

Summary

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in Foxit Software's PDF Reader, specifically within its JavaScript engine. This issue arises when annotation objects are destroyed prematurely, allowing a specially crafted PDF document to trigger the reuse of previously freed memory. This behavior can potentially lead to arbitrary code execution. Attackers might exploit this vulnerability by enticing users to open a malicious PDF file or by employing a rogue website if the browser's plugin extension is active.

Affected Version(s)

Foxit Reader 12.0.1.12430

References

https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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