CVE-2021-38573
First published: Wed Aug 11 2021(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.1.4. It allows writing to arbitrary files because a CombineFiles pathname is not validated.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader | <10.1.4 | |
| Foxitsoftware Phantompdf | <10.1.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-38573.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-38573?
CVE-2021-38573 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-38573?
Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions up to 10.1.4 are affected by CVE-2021-38573.
What is the impact of CVE-2021-38573?
CVE-2021-38573 allows writing to arbitrary files, posing a risk of unauthorized data modification or destruction.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-38573?
Yes, updating Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF to version 10.1.4 or later will fix the vulnerability.
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