CVE-2022-37382: Foxit PDF Reader removeIcon Use-After-Free Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Wed Mar 29 2023(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 removeIcon 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 in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-17383.
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 Reader |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-37382?
CVE-2022-37382 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2022-37382, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-37382?
CVE-2022-37382 has a severity level of medium, with a severity value of 5.5.
Which versions of Foxit PDF Reader are affected?
Foxit PDF Reader versions 10.1.9 to 12.0.1 are affected by CVE-2022-37382.
How can I fix CVE-2022-37382?
To fix CVE-2022-37382, it is recommended to update Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version provided by the vendor.
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