CVE-2009-0837: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Mar 10 2009(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in Foxit Reader 3.0 before Build 1506, including 1120 and 1301, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) relative path or (2) absolute path in the filename argument in an action, as demonstrated by the "Open/Execute a file" action.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit PDF Reader for Windows |
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Reference Links
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm#Stackbased
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34035
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0634
- http://www.coresecurity.com/content/foxit-reader-vulnerabilities
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34036
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021824
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49136
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/501623/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0837?
CVE-2009-0837 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0837?
To fix CVE-2009-0837, users should upgrade to Foxit Reader version 3.0 Build 1506 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-0837?
CVE-2009-0837 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2009-0837?
CVE-2009-0837 affects Foxit Reader version 3.0 prior to Build 1506.
Can CVE-2009-0837 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-0837 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted filenames in an action.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/severity
- agent/description
- agent/weakness
- agent/author
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/tags
- agent/event
- collector/nvd-historical
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/foxit
- canonical/foxit pdf reader for windows