CVE-2021-31461: Foxit Reader app.media Type Confusion Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 the handling of app.media objects. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process Was ZDI-CAN-13333.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 the handling of app.media objects. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process
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What is CVE-2021-31461?
CVE-2021-31461 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Reader 10.1.1.37576.
How can the CVE-2021-31461 vulnerability be exploited?
The CVE-2021-31461 vulnerability can be exploited by visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-31461?
Foxit Reader versions up to and including 10.1.3.37598 and Foxit PhantomPDF versions up to and including 9.7.5.29616 are affected by CVE-2021-31461.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-31461?
CVE-2021-31461 has a severity rating of high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can I fix the CVE-2021-31461 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2021-31461 vulnerability, users should update their Foxit Reader or PhantomPDF installations to the latest version provided by Foxit Software.