CVE-2022-28683: Foxit PDF Reader deletePages 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 deletePages method. 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-16828.
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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 deletePages method. 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-2022-28683?
CVE-2022-28683 is a vulnerability in Foxit PDF Reader that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28683?
CVE-2022-28683 has a severity score of 7.8 (high).
How can CVE-2022-28683 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2022-28683, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which versions of Foxit PDF Reader are affected by CVE-2022-28683?
Foxit PDF Reader versions 10.1.7.37777 to 11.2.1.53537 are affected by CVE-2022-28683.
Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2022-28683?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2022-28683.