CVE-2020-10904: Foxit PhantomPDF U3DBrowser U3D File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write 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 write past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-10464.

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 write past the end of an allocated object. 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 vulnerability identification of CVE-2020-10904?

The vulnerability identification of CVE-2020-10904 is a Foxit PhantomPDF U3DBrowser U3D File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2020-10904?

The severity level of CVE-2020-10904 is high with a severity value of 7.8.

3

How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2020-10904?

Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2020-10904 by executing arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PhantomPDF 9.7.1.29511 through a malicious page or file.

4

What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-10904?

CVE-2020-10904 affects Foxit PhantomPDF 9.7.1.29511 and Foxit Reader 9.7.1.29511.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-10904?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-10904 in the Foxit Software security bulletins and Zero Day Initiative advisories.

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