CVE-2020-17413: Foxit PhantomPDF U3DBrowser U3D File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Oct 13, 2020
·
Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PhantomPDF 10.0.0.35798. 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 U3D objects embedded in PDF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-11226.

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 handling of U3D objects embedded in PDF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Foxit PhantomPDF
Foxitsoftware 3d Foxit Reader<=10.0.1.35811
Foxitsoftware 3d Phantompdf<=10.0.1.35811
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Oct 13, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jan 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·11:29 AM
Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-17413?

CVE-2020-17413 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PhantomPDF 10.0.0.35798.

2

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability can be exploited by visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-17413?

The severity of CVE-2020-17413 is high with a severity value of 7.8.

4

Which products are affected by CVE-2020-17413?

Foxit PhantomPDF 10.0.0.35798 and Foxitsoftware 3d up to version 10.0.1.35811 are affected.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-17413?

To fix CVE-2020-17413, users should update to the latest version of Foxit PhantomPDF or Foxit Reader.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203