CVE-2021-31443: Foxit Reader U3D File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published May 7, 2021
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Foxit Reader 10.1.1.37576. 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 U3D objects embedded in PDF 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 object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-13240.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Foxit Reader. 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 U3D objects embedded in PDF 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 object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Foxit Reader
Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader<=10.1.3.37598
Foxitsoftware Phantompdf<=9.7.5.29616
Foxitsoftware Phantompdf>=10.0.0.0<=10.1.3.37598
Microsoft Windows

Event History

May 7, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 22, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·04:31 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-31443?

CVE-2021-31443 is a vulnerability in Foxit Reader that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.

2

How can CVE-2021-31443 be exploited?

To exploit CVE-2021-31443, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

3

Which versions of Foxit Reader are affected by CVE-2021-31443?

Foxit Reader 10.1.1.37576 up to 10.1.3.37598 are affected by CVE-2021-31443.

4

Are other Foxit software products vulnerable to CVE-2021-31443?

Yes, Foxit Phantompdf versions 9.7.5.29616 and 10.0.0.0 up to 10.1.3.37598 are also vulnerable.

5

What is the severity of CVE-2021-31443?

CVE-2021-31443 has a severity rating of medium (3.3).

6

How can I fix CVE-2021-31443?

To fix CVE-2021-31443, update Foxit Reader and Foxit Phantompdf to the latest available versions.

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