CVE-2020-17424: Foxit Studio Photo EZI 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 parsing of EZI 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-11247.
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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 parsing of EZI 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 CVE-2020-17424?
CVE-2020-17424 is a vulnerability in Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922 that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2020-17424?
CVE-2020-17424 has a high severity rating of 7.8.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability requires user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file, to exploit.
What is the affected software?
The affected software is Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922.
How can I fix CVE-2020-17424?
Apply the latest security updates or patches provided by Foxit Software.