CVE-2022-28674: Foxit PDF Reader Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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 Annotation 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-16644.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader. 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 Annotation 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.
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What is CVE-2022-28674?
CVE-2022-28674 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader 11.2.1.53537.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-28674?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-28674 by getting the target to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-28674?
Foxit PDF Editor versions up to 10.1.7.37777 and 11.0 up to 11.2.1.53537, as well as Foxit PDF Reader 11.2.1.53537, are affected by CVE-2022-28674.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28674?
CVE-2022-28674 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How do I mitigate the vulnerability CVE-2022-28674?
To mitigate CVE-2022-28674, ensure you have updated to the latest version of Foxit PDF Reader or Editor available from the official website.