CVE-2020-10906: Foxit Reader resetForm Use-After-Free 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 Reader 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 resetForm method. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-10614.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Reader. 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 resetForm method. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Foxit Reader
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-2020-10906?

The severity of CVE-2020-10906 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

2

How does CVE-2020-10906 affect Foxit Reader?

CVE-2020-10906 affects Foxit Reader 9.7.1.29511.

3

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2020-10906?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2020-10906, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

4

Are other software versions of Foxit Reader affected by CVE-2020-10906?

No, only Foxit Reader 9.7.1.29511 is affected by CVE-2020-10906.

5

How can I find more information about CVE-2020-10906?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-10906 in the following references: [link1](https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.php), [link2](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-534/).

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