CVE-2020-17436: Foxit Studio Photo CMP File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
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 CMP 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-11432.
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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 CMP 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.
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What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2020-17436.
What is the title of this vulnerability?
The title of this vulnerability is 'Foxit Studio Photo CMP File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-17436?
CVE-2020-17436 has a severity rating of high.
Which software is affected by CVE-2020-17436?
The software affected by CVE-2020-17436 is Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
To exploit this vulnerability, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.