CVE-2019-6733: Foxit PhantomPDF PDF Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations of Foxit PhantomPDF. 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 handling of PDF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-6733?
CVE-2019-6733 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its remote information disclosure capabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2019-6733?
To mitigate CVE-2019-6733, users should upgrade to a version of Foxit PhantomPDF or Foxit Reader that is newer than 9.3.0.10826.
What type of attacks are associated with CVE-2019-6733?
CVE-2019-6733 enables remote attackers to disclose sensitive information, requiring user interaction to exploit.
Which versions of Foxit software are affected by CVE-2019-6733?
CVE-2019-6733 affects Foxit PhantomPDF and Foxit Reader versions up to and including 9.3.0.10826.
Is user interaction necessary to exploit CVE-2019-6733?
Yes, user interaction is required as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file to trigger CVE-2019-6733.