CVE-2022-43641: Foxit PDF Reader U3D File Parsing 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 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 in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-18894.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit PDF Editor | <10.1.10 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor | >=11.0.0<11.2.4 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor | >=12.0.0.12394<12.0.2 | |
| Foxit PDF Reader | <12.0.2 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Foxit PDF Reader |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-43641?
CVE-2022-43641 is a vulnerability in Foxit PDF Reader that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
To exploit this vulnerability, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What is the affected version of Foxit PDF Reader?
Foxit PDF Reader versions up to and including 12.0.2 are affected by this vulnerability.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by this vulnerability?
No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by this vulnerability.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-43641?
CVE-2022-43641 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-43641?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-43641 in the following references: [Link 1](https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html), [Link 2](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1661/).
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2022-43641 is CWE-416.
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