What is CVE-2023-28744?

CVE-2023-28744 is a use-after-free vulnerability that exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software's PDF Reader, version 12.1.1.15289.

How does CVE-2023-28744 affect Foxit PDF Reader?

CVE-2023-28744 affects Foxit PDF Reader version 12.1.1.15289, allowing a specially crafted PDF document to trigger memory corruption and arbitrary code execution.

How severe is CVE-2023-28744?

CVE-2023-28744 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

How can CVE-2023-28744 be exploited?

CVE-2023-28744 can be exploited by manipulating form fields of a specific type in a specially crafted PDF document.

Is there a fix for CVE-2023-28744?

At this time, there is no official fix or patch available for CVE-2023-28744. It is recommended to update to the latest version of Foxit PDF Reader when a patch is released.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-28744

high

8.8

CWE

416

19/7/2023

28/10/2024

CVE-2023-28744: Use After Free

First published: Wed Jul 19 2023(Updated: )

A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software's PDF Reader, version 12.1.1.15289. A specially crafted PDF document can trigger the reuse of previously freed memory by manipulating form fields of a specific type. This can lead to memory corruption and 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.

Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com talos-cna@cisco.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Foxit PDF Reader	=12.1.1.15289

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Reference Links

https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2023-1739

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-28744?
CVE-2023-28744 is a use-after-free vulnerability that exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software's PDF Reader, version 12.1.1.15289.
How does CVE-2023-28744 affect Foxit PDF Reader?
CVE-2023-28744 affects Foxit PDF Reader version 12.1.1.15289, allowing a specially crafted PDF document to trigger memory corruption and arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2023-28744?
CVE-2023-28744 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
How can CVE-2023-28744 be exploited?
CVE-2023-28744 can be exploited by manipulating form fields of a specific type in a specially crafted PDF document.
Is there a fix for CVE-2023-28744?
At this time, there is no official fix or patch available for CVE-2023-28744. It is recommended to update to the latest version of Foxit PDF Reader when a patch is released.

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