CVE-2022-43638: Foxit PDF Reader U3D File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader 12.0.1.12430. 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 U3D files. 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-18627.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 parsing of U3D files. 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.
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What is the vulnerability ID for this Foxit PDF Reader vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Foxit PDF Reader vulnerability is CVE-2022-43638.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-43638?
CVE-2022-43638 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).
Which version of Foxit PDF Reader is affected by CVE-2022-43638?
CVE-2022-43638 affects Foxit PDF Reader version up to 12.0.2.
How can CVE-2022-43638 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2022-43638, user interaction is required, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2022-43638?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2022-43638.