CVE-2022-38097: Use After Free

Published Nov 21, 2022

Updated

A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software's PDF Reader, version 12.0.1.12430. By prematurely destroying annotation objects, a specially-crafted PDF document can trigger the reuse of previously freed memory, which can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user into opening the malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. Exploitation is also possible if a user visits a specially-crafted, malicious site if the browser plugin extension is enabled.

Affected Software

1 affected component

Foxit PDF Reader=12.0.1.12430

Event History

Nov 21, 2022

CVE Published

via MITRE·04:05 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:05 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-38097?

CVE-2022-38097 is a use-after-free vulnerability found in Foxit Software's PDF Reader version 12.0.1.12430.

How does CVE-2022-38097 affect Foxit PDF Reader?

CVE-2022-38097 can lead to arbitrary code execution in Foxit PDF Reader version 12.0.1.12430.

What is the severity of CVE-2022-38097?

CVE-2022-38097 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.

How can CVE-2022-38097 be exploited?

CVE-2022-38097 can be exploited by a specially-crafted PDF document that triggers the reuse of previously freed memory.

Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-38097?

At the time of writing, there is no official fix available for CVE-2022-38097. It is recommended to update to the latest version of Foxit PDF Reader when a fix becomes available.