CVE-2019-6730: Foxit Reader popUpMenu Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Mar 19, 2019
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable 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 popUpMenu method. 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.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Foxit Reader
All of the following
Any of the following
Foxitsoftware Phantompdf<=9.3.0.10826
Foxitsoftware Reader<=9.3.0.10826
Microsoft Windows
Foxitsoftware Phantompdf<=9.3.0.10826
Foxitsoftware Reader<=9.3.0.10826
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Mar 19, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:56 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 22, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·04:31 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-6730?

CVE-2019-6730 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-6730?

To fix CVE-2019-6730, update Foxit Reader or PhantomPDF to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2019-6730?

CVE-2019-6730 affects users of Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions up to 9.3.0.10826 on Windows.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2019-6730?

CVE-2019-6730 can be exploited through malicious web pages or files that users must interact with.

5

Is user interaction required for CVE-2019-6730 exploitation?

Yes, user interaction is required for the exploitation of CVE-2019-6730 as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

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