CVE-2021-41783: Use After Free
First published: Mon Aug 29 2022(Updated: )
Foxit PDF Reader before 11.1 and PDF Editor before 11.1, and PhantomPDF before 10.1.6, allow attackers to trigger a use-after-free and execute arbitrary code because JavaScript is mishandled.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit PDF Editor | >=11.0<11.1 | |
| Foxit PDF Reader | >=11.0<11.1 | |
| Foxit PhantomPDF | <10.1.6 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-41783.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-41783?
The severity of CVE-2021-41783 is rated as high (7.8).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-41783?
Foxit PDF Reader versions before 11.1, PDF Editor versions before 11.1, and PhantomPDF versions before 10.1.6 are affected by CVE-2021-41783.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-41783?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-41783 by triggering a use-after-free vulnerability and executing arbitrary code due to mishandling of JavaScript.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-41783?
More information about CVE-2021-41783 can be found on the Foxit website's security bulletins page.
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