CVE-2020-8869: Foxit Studio Photo TIF File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Aug 19 2020(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.916. 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 handling of TIF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-9881.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit Studio Photo | ||
| Foxitsoftware Foxit Studio Photo | <=3.6.6.918 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2020-8869.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-8869?
The severity of CVE-2020-8869 is high with a severity value of 7.8.
Which software is affected by CVE-2020-8869?
Foxit Studio Photo versions up to and including 3.6.6.918 are affected by CVE-2020-8869.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers through user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-8869?
Please refer to the vendor's support page for information on available fixes for CVE-2020-8869.
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