Foxit PDF Reader XFA Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2023-27330

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Foxit
Status
PDF Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 May 2024

Summary

A vulnerability has been identified in Foxit PDF Reader that stems from improper handling of Annotation objects related to XFA features. This flaw allows remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening maliciously crafted PDF documents or visiting harmful websites. The issue arises due to a failure to validate the presence of an object before executing operations on it, which could be exploited to perform actions in the context of the current process. Users are advised to apply available security patches and exercise caution with untrusted documents.

Affected Version(s)

PDF Reader 12.0.2.12465

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-226/
x_research-advisory
https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html
vendor-advisory

EPSS Score

26% 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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