CVE-2020-26540: Code Injection
First published: Fri Oct 02 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 4.1 on macOS. Because the Hardened Runtime protection mechanism is not applied to code signing, code injection (or an information leak) can occur.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader | <4.1 | |
| Foxitsoftware Phantompdf | <4.1 | |
| Apple macOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2020-26540.
What is the affected software?
The affected software is Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before version 4.1 on macOS.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-26540?
The severity of CVE-2020-26540 is high, with a severity value of 7.5.
How can code injection occur?
Code injection can occur because the Hardened Runtime protection mechanism is not applied to code signing.
Is Apple macOS vulnerable to this issue?
No, Apple macOS is not vulnerable to this issue.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
You can find more information about this vulnerability at the following link: [Security Bulletins - Foxit Software](https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.html).
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