CVE-2019-6733: Foxit PhantomPDF PDF Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Tue Mar 19 2019(Updated: )
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.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Foxit PhantomPDF | <=9.3.0.10826 | |
| Foxit Reader for Windows | <=9.3.0.10826 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Foxit Software PhantomPDF for Windows | ||
| Foxit PhantomPDF | <=9.3.0.10826 | |
| Foxit Reader for Windows | <=9.3.0.10826 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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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.
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