CVE-2020-17432: Foxit Studio Photo CR2 File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Feb 9, 2021
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 read past the end of an allocated structure. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-11335.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 read past the end of an allocated structure. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process.

ZDI

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·02:03 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-17432?

CVE-2020-17432 is a vulnerability in Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922 that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.

2

How can CVE-2020-17432 be exploited?

CVE-2020-17432 can be exploited by user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-17432?

CVE-2020-17432 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-17432?

To fix CVE-2020-17432, update Foxit Studio Photo to a version that addresses the vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-17432?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-17432 in the Foxit Software security bulletins and the Zero Day Initiative advisories.

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