CVE-2021-38568: Critical severity Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader vulnerability
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.1.4. It allows memory corruption during conversion of a PDF document to a different document format.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Foxit Reader and PhantomPDFto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.1.4
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38568?
CVE-2021-38568 is a vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF that allows memory corruption during conversion of a PDF document to a different document format.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-38568?
Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions up to 10.1.4 are affected by CVE-2021-38568.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-38568?
CVE-2021-38568 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.
How can I fix CVE-2021-38568?
To fix CVE-2021-38568, update Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF to version 10.1.4 or above.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-38568?
More information about CVE-2021-38568 can be found on the Foxit Software support bulletins page: [https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.php](https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.php)