CVE-2009-0690: Critical severity Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader vulnerability
The Foxit JPEG2000/JBIG2 Decoder add-on before 2.0.2009.616 for Foxit Reader 3.0 before Build 1817 does not properly handle a negative value for the stream offset in a JPEG2000 (aka JPX) stream, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file that triggers an out-of-bounds read.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0690?
CVE-2009-0690 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service through memory corruption and application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0690?
To fix CVE-2009-0690, you should update Foxit Reader and the JPEG2000/JBIG2 Decoder add-on to the latest versions available.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-0690?
CVE-2009-0690 affects Foxit Reader version 3.0 prior to Build 1817 and the JPEG2000/JBIG2 Decoder add-on versions prior to 2.0.2009.616.
What type of vulnerabilities does CVE-2009-0690 represent?
CVE-2009-0690 represents a memory corruption vulnerability that can lead to application instability.
Can CVE-2009-0690 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-0690 can be exploited remotely to cause denial of service attacks against the affected applications.