CVE-2020-10902: Foxit PhantomPDF U3DBrowser U3D File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Apr 22, 2020
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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-10462.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected 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 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.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Foxit PhantomPDF
Foxitsoftware Phantompdf<=9.7.1.29511
Foxitsoftware Reader<=9.7.1.29511
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Apr 22, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:51 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 23, 2026
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:25 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·06:25 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-10902?

The severity of CVE-2020-10902 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

2

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-10902?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-10902 by tricking a user into visiting a malicious webpage or opening a malicious file.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-10902?

Foxit PhantomPDF and Foxit Reader versions up to and including 9.7.1.29511 are affected by CVE-2020-10902.

4

Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2020-10902?

No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2020-10902.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-10902?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-10902 on the Foxit Software support page and the Zero Day Initiative advisory.

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