CVE-2023-33876: Use After Free
First published: Wed Jul 19 2023(Updated: )
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the way Foxit Reader 12.1.2.15332 handles destroying annotations. A specially-crafted Javascript code inside a malicious PDF document can trigger reuse of a previously freed object which can lead to memory corruption and result in arbitrary code execution. A specially-crafted Javascript code inside a malicious PDF document can cause memory corruption and lead to remote code execution. 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 | =12.1.2.15332 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-33876?
CVE-2023-33876 is a use-after-free vulnerability in Foxit Reader 12.1.2.15332.
How does CVE-2023-33876 impact Foxit PDF Reader?
CVE-2023-33876 can lead to memory corruption and result in arbitrary code execution in Foxit PDF Reader 12.1.2.15332.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-33876?
The severity of CVE-2023-33876 is high, with a CVSS score of 8.8.
How can the use-after-free vulnerability in Foxit PDF Reader be fixed?
To fix the use-after-free vulnerability in Foxit PDF Reader, update to a version that has addressed this vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-33876?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-33876 at https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2023-1796.
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