CVE-2014-6853
First published: Wed Oct 01 2014(Updated: )
The Foxit MobilePDF - PDF Reader (aka com.foxit.mobile.pdf.lite) application 2.2.0.0616 for Android does not verify X.509 certificates from SSL servers, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers and obtain sensitive information via a crafted certificate.
Credit: cret@cert.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit Software MobilePDF | =2.2.0.0616 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-6853?
CVE-2014-6853 has a high severity rating due to its potential for man-in-the-middle attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6853?
To mitigate CVE-2014-6853, update the Foxit MobilePDF application to a version that properly verifies X.509 certificates.
What does CVE-2014-6853 affect?
CVE-2014-6853 affects version 2.2.0.0616 of the Foxit MobilePDF - PDF Reader for Android.
What type of attack is possible due to CVE-2014-6853?
CVE-2014-6853 allows attackers to perform man-in-the-middle attacks by spoofing SSL servers.
What information can be compromised due to CVE-2014-6853?
CVE-2014-6853 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from users due to the lack of certificate validation.
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