CVE-2022-34874: Foxit PDF Reader Doc Object color Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Jul 18, 2022
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader 11.2.2.53575. 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. 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-17474.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 Doc objects. 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.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Foxit PDF Reader
Foxit PDF Editor<=10.1.8.37795
Foxit PDF Editor>=11.0<=11.2.2.53575
Foxit PDF Reader<=11.2.2.53575
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jul 18, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:42 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:42 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jan 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:34 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-34874.

2

What is the title of this vulnerability?

The title of this vulnerability is 'Foxit PDF Reader Doc Object color Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.

3

What is the affected software?

The affected software is Foxit PDF Reader versions up to and including 11.2.2.53575.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit this vulnerability?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability. The target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

5

What is the severity of CVE-2022-34874?

The severity of CVE-2022-34874 is low, with a severity value of 3.3.

6

Is Microsoft Windows affected by this vulnerability?

No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to this vulnerability.

7

Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?

You can find more information about this vulnerability on the Foxit support website (https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html) and the Zero Day Initiative advisory (https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-951/).

8

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID associated with this vulnerability?

The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID associated with this vulnerability is CWE-125.

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