CVE-2019-13326: Foxit Reader AcroForm Field Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Reader 9.5.0.20723. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of fields within Acroform objects. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-8864.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Reader. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of fields within Acroform objects. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-13326.
What software is affected by this vulnerability?
The Foxit Reader software versions up to and including 9.6.0.25114 are affected by this vulnerability.
What is the severity of this vulnerability?
The severity of this vulnerability is high with a score of 7.8.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers through user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
Is there a fix available for this vulnerability?
It is recommended to update to the latest version of Foxit Reader to mitigate this vulnerability.