CVE-2020-17431: Foxit Studio Photo CR2 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 CR2 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-11333.
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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 CR2 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-2020-17431?
CVE-2020-17431 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922.
How can the CVE-2020-17431 vulnerability be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2020-17431, user interaction is required, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-17431?
CVE-2020-17431 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).
What is the affected software for CVE-2020-17431?
The affected software for CVE-2020-17431 is Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922.
How can I fix CVE-2020-17431?
To fix CVE-2020-17431, it is recommended to update to a patched version of Foxit Studio Photo.