CVE-2020-15638: Foxit PhantomPDF JSCreate Type Confusion Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 19, 2020
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PhantomPDF 9.7.2.29539. 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 NodeProperties::InferReceiverMapsUnsafe method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-10950.

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 NodeProperties::InferReceiverMapsUnsafe method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a type confusion condition. 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<=10.0.0.35798
Foxitsoftware Reader<=10.0.0.35798
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Aug 19, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jan 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·11:29 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-15638?

The severity of CVE-2020-15638 is high.

2

How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2020-15638?

Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2020-15638 by executing arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PhantomPDF.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2020-15638?

CVE-2020-15638 affects Foxit PhantomPDF 9.7.2.29539 and Foxitsoftware Reader 10.0.0.35798.

4

Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2020-15638?

No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2020-15638.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-15638?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-15638 in the security bulletins from Foxit Software and the advisory from Zero Day Initiative.

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