CVE-2013-10068: Foxit Reader <= 5.4.5.0114 Plugin URL Processing Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 5, 2025
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Updated

Foxit Reader versions through 5.4.5.0114, including the bundled Foxit Reader Plugin 2.2.1.530, contains a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the npFoxitReaderPlugin.dll module. When a PDF file is loaded from a remote host, an overly long query string in the URL can overflow a buffer, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Foxit Software Foxit Reader<=5.4.5.0114
Foxit Software Foxit Reader Plugin=2.2.1.530

Event History

Aug 5, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:01 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-10068?

CVE-2013-10068 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-10068?

To fix CVE-2013-10068, upgrade to a version of Foxit Reader later than 5.4.5.0114.

3

What types of attacks can occur due to CVE-2013-10068?

CVE-2013-10068 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the system by exploiting the buffer overflow.

4

Which versions of Foxit Reader are affected by CVE-2013-10068?

Foxit Reader versions up to and including 5.4.5.0114 are affected by CVE-2013-10068.

5

How does CVE-2013-10068 exploit the buffer overflow?

CVE-2013-10068 exploits a buffer overflow through an overly long query string in a PDF file loaded from a remote host.

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