CVE-2022-28669: Foxit PDF Reader Doc Object Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Mon Jul 18 2022(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader 11.2.1.53537. 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 Doc objects. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-16420.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit PDF Editor | <=10.1.7.37777 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor | >=11.0<=11.2.1.53537 | |
| Foxit PDF Reader | <=11.2.1.53537 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Foxit PDF Reader |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-28669?
CVE-2022-28669 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader 11.2.1.53537.
How does CVE-2022-28669 work?
This vulnerability occurs when a user visits a malicious page or opens a malicious file, which triggers a use-after-free flaw within the handling of Doc objects in Foxit PDF Reader.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28669?
The severity of CVE-2022-28669 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-28669?
Foxit PDF Reader versions up to and including 11.2.1.53537 are affected.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2022-28669?
No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by this vulnerability.
How can I fix CVE-2022-28669?
To fix CVE-2022-28669, users should upgrade to the latest version of Foxit PDF Reader, which has addressed this vulnerability.
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