CVE-2020-17423: Foxit Studio Photo ARW File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Feb 9, 2021
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Updated

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 ARW files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a heap-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-11196.

Other sources

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 ARW files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a heap-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Foxit Studio Photo
Foxitsoftware Foxit Studio Photo=3.6.6.922

Event History

Feb 9, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:46 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:46 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Aug 4, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:04 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2020-17423.

2

What software is affected by this vulnerability?

This vulnerability affects Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922.

3

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers who can execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922. User interaction is required, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2020-17423?

The severity of CVE-2020-17423 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

5

How do I fix CVE-2020-17423?

To fix CVE-2020-17423, it is recommended to update Foxit Studio Photo to the latest version provided by the vendor.

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