CVE-2020-10907: Foxit Reader XFA Widget Use-After-Free 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 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 handling of widgets in XFA forms. 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-10650.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware Phantompdf | <=9.7.1.29511 | |
| Foxitsoftware Reader | <=9.7.1.29511 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-10907?
The severity of CVE-2020-10907 is high with a severity value of 7.8 out of 10.
How does CVE-2020-10907 affect Foxit Reader?
CVE-2020-10907 affects Foxit Reader version 9.7.1.29511.
What is the impact of CVE-2020-10907?
CVE-2020-10907 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Reader.
How can CVE-2020-10907 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2020-10907, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2020-10907?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2020-10907.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-10907?
CVE-2020-10907 affects Foxit Reader 9.7.1.29511.
Are there any patches or updates available for CVE-2020-10907?
For information on patches or updates for CVE-2020-10907, please refer to the vendor's security bulletins.
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