CVE-2022-24907: Foxit PDF Reader JP2 File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Mar 28 2023(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader 11.1.0.52543. 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 parsing of JP2 images. Crafted data in a JP2 image can trigger a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-16186.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit PDF Editor | <10.1.7 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor | >=11.0.0<11.2.1 | |
| Foxit PDF Reader | <11.2.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Foxit PDF Reader |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Foxit PDF Reader vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Foxit PDF Reader vulnerability is CVE-2022-24907.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-24907?
The severity of CVE-2022-24907 is high with a severity score of 7.8.
How does this vulnerability allow remote code execution?
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader 11.1.0.52543. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-24907?
Foxit PDF Editor versions up to 10.1.7, Foxit PDF Editor versions between 11.0.0 and 11.2.1, and Foxit PDF Reader versions up to 11.2.1 are affected by CVE-2022-24907.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by this vulnerability?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to this specific vulnerability.
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