Foxit PDF Reader Doc Object Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2023-42092

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
PDF Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 May 2024

What is CVE-2023-42092?

The vulnerability in Foxit PDF Reader pertains to the handling of Doc objects, where insufficient validation of object existence can lead to a use-after-free condition. This flaw allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process upon user interaction, such as visiting a malicious webpage or opening a compromised file. The issue highlights the critical need for robust validation mechanisms in software components that handle object references.

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Affected Version(s)

PDF Reader 12.1.2.15332

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1425/
x_research-advisory
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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