7.8
CWE
125
Advisory Published
Updated
Advisory Published

CVE-2021-31468: Foxit Reader U3D File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri May 07 2021(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Reader 10.1.3.37598. 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 files embedded in PDF documents. 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 data structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-13620.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Foxitsoftware 3d<=9.7.4.29600
Foxitsoftware 3d<=9.7.4.29600
Foxitsoftware 3d>=10.0.0.0<=10.1.3.37598
Foxitsoftware 3d>=10.0.0.0<=10.1.3.37598
Microsoft Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-31468?

    The severity of CVE-2021-31468 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

  • How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2021-31468?

    Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2021-31468 by getting the target to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-31468?

    Foxit Reader versions 9.7.4.29600 up to and including 10.1.3.37598 are affected by CVE-2021-31468.

  • Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2021-31468?

    No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by CVE-2021-31468.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-31468?

    You can find more information about CVE-2021-31468 in the Foxit Software security bulletins and the Zero Day Initiative advisories.

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