CVE-2021-31446
First published: Fri May 07 2021(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-13245.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-31446.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-31446?
The severity of CVE-2021-31446 is medium (3.3).
How does this vulnerability allow disclosure of sensitive information?
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information by exploiting a flaw within Foxit Reader or Foxit Phantompdf.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-31446?
Foxit Reader versions up to and including 10.1.3.37598 and Foxit Phantompdf versions up to and including 9.7.5.29616 or between 10.0.0.0 and 10.1.3.37598 are affected by CVE-2021-31446.
How can I fix CVE-2021-31446?
To fix CVE-2021-31446, it is recommended to update to a version of Foxit Reader or Foxit Phantompdf that is not affected by this vulnerability.
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