CVE-2020-10895: Foxit PhantomPDF U3DBrowser U3D File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Apr 22 2020(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PhantomPDF 9.7.1.29511. 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 U3D objects in 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 structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-10191.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit PhantomPDF | ||
| Foxitsoftware Phantompdf | <=9.7.1.29511 | |
| Foxitsoftware Reader | <=9.7.1.29511 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10895?
CVE-2020-10895 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PhantomPDF 9.7.1.29511.
How can CVE-2020-10895 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2020-10895, the target must either visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-10895?
CVE-2020-10895 has a severity level of 7.8 (high).
What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-10895?
Foxit PhantomPDF versions up to and including 9.7.1.29511 are affected by CVE-2020-10895.
How can I fix CVE-2020-10895?
To fix CVE-2020-10895, update to a version of Foxit PhantomPDF that is not affected by the vulnerability.
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