CVE-2020-13805
First published: Thu Jun 04 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 9.7.2. It has brute-force attack mishandling because the CAS service lacks a limit on login failures.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware Phantompdf | <9.7.2 | |
| Foxitsoftware Reader | <9.7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2020-13805.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-13805?
The severity of CVE-2020-13805 is critical with a score of 9.8.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-13805?
Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions up to 9.7.2 are affected by CVE-2020-13805.
What is the issue with Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF?
The CAS service in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF lacks a limit on login failures, making them vulnerable to brute-force attacks.
How can I fix CVE-2020-13805?
To fix CVE-2020-13805, upgrade Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF to version 9.7.2 or higher.
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