CVE-2022-37378: Foxit PDF Editor JavaScript Optimization Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Mar 29 2023(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Editor 11.1.1.53537. 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 optimization of JavaScript functions. 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-16867.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit PDF Editor | <10.1.9 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor | >=11.0.0<11.2.3 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor | =12.0.0.12394 | |
| Foxit PDF Reader | <12.0.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Foxit PDF Editor |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-37378?
CVE-2022-37378 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Editor 11.1.1.53537.
How can CVE-2022-37378 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2022-37378, user interaction is required as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which versions of Foxit PDF Editor are affected by CVE-2022-37378?
Versions up to 10.1.9 and versions between 11.0.0 and 11.2.3 of Foxit PDF Editor are affected by CVE-2022-37378.
Is Foxit PDF Reader affected by CVE-2022-37378?
No, Foxit PDF Reader is not affected by CVE-2022-37378.
How can I fix CVE-2022-37378?
To fix CVE-2022-37378, users should update their Foxit PDF Editor to version 11.2.4 or later.
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