CVE-2015-8580: Use After Free

Published Dec 16, 2015
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Updated

Multiple use-after-free vulnerabilities in the (1) Print method and (2) App object handling in Foxit Reader before 7.2.2 and Foxit PhantomPDF before 7.2.2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF document.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader<=7.2.0.722
Foxitsoftware Phantompdf<=7.2.0.722

Event History

Dec 16, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-8580?

CVE-2015-8580 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-8580?

To fix CVE-2015-8580, users should update Foxit Reader or Foxit PhantomPDF to versions 7.2.2 or later.

3

What are the affected products for CVE-2015-8580?

The affected products for CVE-2015-8580 include Foxit Reader versions up to 7.2.0.722 and Foxit PhantomPDF versions up to 7.2.0.722.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8580?

CVE-2015-8580 is a type of use-after-free vulnerability that may lead to arbitrary code execution when handling crafted PDF documents.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2015-8580?

CVE-2015-8580 can potentially be exploited by remote attackers using specially crafted PDF documents to execute arbitrary code.

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