Type Confusion Vulnerability in Foxit Reader Product by Foxit Software
CVE-2023-41257

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Foxit
Status
Foxit Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 November 2023

Summary

A type confusion vulnerability has been identified in Foxit Reader 12.1.2.15356, which improperly manages field value properties within PDF documents. Malicious actors can exploit this flaw by embedding specially crafted JavaScript into PDF files, triggering memory corruption that allows arbitrary code execution. Users are at risk if they open infected PDF files or visit compromised sites with the browser plugin enabled, making awareness and precautionary measures essential for maintaining security.

Affected Version(s)

Foxit Reader 12.1.3.15356

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

Credit

Discovered by Kamlapati Choubey of Cisco Talos.
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