CVE-2022-37386: Foxit PDF Reader AcroForm resetForm Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
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 resetForm 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-17550.
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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 resetForm 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.
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What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2022-37386.
What is the title of this vulnerability?
The title of this vulnerability is 'Foxit PDF Reader AcroForm resetForm Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-37386?
The severity of CVE-2022-37386 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
Which versions of Foxit PDF Reader are affected by this vulnerability?
Affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader 10.1.9 up to exclusive version 12.0.1 are vulnerable to this vulnerability.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers through user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.