CVE-2016-8877: Buffer Overflow

Published Oct 31, 2016
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Updated

Heap buffer overflow (Out-of-Bounds write) vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 8.1 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted JPEG2000 image embedded in a PDF document, aka a "corrupted suffix pattern" issue.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Foxitsoftware Phantompdf Windows<=8.0.5
Foxitsoftware Reader Windows<=8.0.5

Event History

Oct 31, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8877?

CVE-2016-8877 has a critical severity level due to the potential for remote code execution by attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-8877?

To fix CVE-2016-8877, update Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF to versions 8.1 or later.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2016-8877?

CVE-2016-8877 affects Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions up to and including 8.0.5 on Windows.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-8877?

CVE-2016-8877 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability that allows for out-of-bounds write operations.

5

What is the attack vector for CVE-2016-8877?

The attack vector for CVE-2016-8877 involves remote attackers exploiting a crafted JPEG2000 image embedded in a PDF document.

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