CVE-2020-28203: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Tue Dec 15 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF 10.1.0.37527 and earlier. There is a null pointer access/dereference while opening a crafted PDF file, leading the application to crash (denial of service).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit Reader | <10.1.0.37527 | |
| Foxit PhantomPDF | <10.1.0.37527 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-28203?
CVE-2020-28203 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28203?
To fix CVE-2020-28203, update Foxit Reader or PhantomPDF to a version later than 10.1.0.37527.
What applications are affected by CVE-2020-28203?
CVE-2020-28203 affects Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions 10.1.0.37527 and earlier.
What is the impact of CVE-2020-28203?
The impact of CVE-2020-28203 is that opening a crafted PDF file can cause the application to crash.
Is CVE-2020-28203 publicly known?
Yes, CVE-2020-28203 is a publicly known vulnerability.
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