Foxit PDF Reader Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2023-38107

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
PDF Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 May 2024

What is CVE-2023-38107?

A vulnerability exists in the Foxit PDF Reader that enables remote code execution through improper handling of Annotation objects. The flaw arises when the application fails to validate the existence of these objects before executing operations on them. This security issue requires user interaction, as it can only be exploited if a user visits a malicious webpage or opens an infected document. Successful exploitation allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current process, posing significant security risks to affected users and systems.

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Affected Version(s)

PDF Reader 12.1.2.15332

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-985/
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https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html
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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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