CVE-2020-17417: Foxit Reader AcroForm Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Oct 13 2020(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Reader 10.0.1.35811. 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 the Annotation objects. 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-11657.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit Reader | <=10.0.1.35811 | |
| Foxit PhantomPDF | <=10.0.1.35811 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Foxit PDF Reader |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2020-17417.
What is the title of this vulnerability?
The title of this vulnerability is Foxit Reader AcroForm Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2020-17417?
CVE-2020-17417 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
Which version of Foxit Reader is affected by this vulnerability?
This vulnerability affects Foxit Reader version 10.0.1.35811.
How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by tricking the target into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
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