CVE-2022-28681: Foxit PDF Reader deletePages Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Mon Jul 18 2022(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 deletePages method. By performing actions in JavaScript, an attacker can trigger a read past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-16825.
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 the severity of CVE-2022-28681?
The severity of CVE-2022-28681 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.
Which versions of Foxit PDF Reader are affected by CVE-2022-28681?
Versions up to and including 11.2.1.53537 of Foxit PDF Reader are affected by CVE-2022-28681.
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2022-28681?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2022-28681 by tricking the target into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-28681?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2022-28681.
What is the specific flaw of CVE-2022-28681?
The specific flaw of CVE-2022-28681 exists within the deletePages function of Foxit PDF Reader, leading to an out-of-bounds read and information disclosure vulnerability.
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