Foxit PDF Reader AcroForm Doc Object Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2023-38114

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
PDF Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 May 2024

What is CVE-2023-38114?

An issue within Foxit PDF Reader affects the handling of AcroForm Doc objects, specifically related to a use-after-free condition. This flaw arises from inadequate validation of an object's existence before executing operations on it. As a result, attackers, given the opportunity to interact with a malicious page or document, can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current process. Such exploitation poses significant risks for users and organizations using the affected software versions.

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Affected Version(s)

PDF Reader 12.1.2.15332

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-992/
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https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html
vendor-advisory

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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