CVE-2023-38106: Foxit PDF Reader PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

Foxit PDF Reader PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 PDF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated 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-21018.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Foxit PDF Reader
All of the following
Any of the following
Foxit PDF Editor<=10.1.12.37872
Foxit PDF Editor>=11.0.0<=11.2.6.53790
Foxit PDF Editor>=12.0.0<=12.1.2.15332
Foxit PDF Reader<=12.1.2.15332
Microsoft Windows

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:59 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:34 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38106?

CVE-2023-38106 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-38106?

To fix CVE-2023-38106, you should update your Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2023-38106?

CVE-2023-38106 can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted PDF files that require user interaction.

4

What information can be disclosed due to CVE-2023-38106?

CVE-2023-38106 may allow attackers to disclose sensitive information from affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-38106?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2023-38106.

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