CVE-2020-15629: Foxit Studio Photo TIF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922. 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 TIF 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 structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-10764.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio Photo. 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 TIF 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 structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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What is the vulnerability ID for the Foxit Studio Photo TIF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2020-15629.
What is the severity level of CVE-2020-15629?
The severity level of CVE-2020-15629 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-15629?
The vulnerability affects Foxit Studio Photo versions up to and including 3.6.6.924.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-15629?
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by tricking the target into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-15629?
More information about CVE-2020-15629 can be found in the Foxit Software Security Bulletins and Zero Day Initiative advisories linked in the references.