CVE-2022-37388: Foxit PDF Reader PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read 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 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 parsing of PDF files. Crafted data in a PDF file can trigger a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-17516.
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 the vulnerability ID for this Foxit PDF Reader vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Foxit PDF Reader vulnerability is CVE-2022-37388.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-37388?
The severity of CVE-2022-37388 is high, with a severity value of 7.8.
What is the affected software for CVE-2022-37388?
The affected software for CVE-2022-37388 includes Foxit PDF Editor versions up to 10.1.9, Foxit PDF Editor versions between 11.0.0 and 11.2.3, Foxit PDF Editor version 12.0.0.12394, and Foxit PDF Reader versions up to 12.0.1.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers who can execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader 11.2.2.53575 by tricking the target into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What is the official reference for this vulnerability?
The official references for this vulnerability are available at the following links: [https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html](https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html) and [https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1060/](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1060/).
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