Foxit PDF Reader Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2023-27331

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
PDF Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 May 2024

What is CVE-2023-27331?

A vulnerability exists within Foxit PDF Reader related to the handling of Annotation objects, leading to a use-after-free condition. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems by enticing a user to open a specially crafted PDF file or visit a malicious webpage. The vulnerability arises from insufficient validation of the existence of an Annotation object before operations are performed on it. As such, it poses a significant risk, particularly as it requires user interaction for exploitation, making it crucial for users to remain cautious about the sources of their PDF documents.

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Affected Version(s)

PDF Reader 12.0.2.12465

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-225/
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https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html
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EPSS Score

33% 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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