CVE-2023-27365: Foxit PDF Editor DOC File Parsing Exposed Dangerous Method Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

Foxit PDF Editor DOC File Parsing Exposed Dangerous Method Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Editor. 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 DOC files. The issue results from the lack of proper restrictions on macro-enabled documents. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. . Was ZDI-CAN-19739.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Foxit PDF Editor
All of the following
Any of the following
Foxit PDF Editor<10.1.11.37866
Foxit PDF Editor>=11.0.0.49893<11.2.5.53785
Foxit PDF Editor>=12.0.0.12394<12.1.1.15289
Foxit PDF Reader<12.1.1.15289
Microsoft Windows

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:56 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:56 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Mar 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:59 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27365?

CVE-2023-27365 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-27365?

To fix CVE-2023-27365, update your Foxit PDF Editor to the latest version released by the vendor.

3

Which versions of Foxit PDF Editor are affected by CVE-2023-27365?

CVE-2023-27365 affects certain versions of Foxit PDF Editor prior to the vendor's patch release.

4

What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2023-27365?

Exploiting CVE-2023-27365 can lead to remote attackers executing arbitrary code on the affected system.

5

Does exploiting CVE-2023-27365 require user interaction?

Yes, exploiting CVE-2023-27365 requires user interaction to execute the malicious code.

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