CVE-2023-38117: Foxit PDF Reader AcroForm Doc Object Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

Foxit PDF Reader AcroForm Doc Object Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 handling of Doc objects. 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 vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-21293.

Affected Software

10 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
All of the following
Any of the following
Foxit PDF Editor<11.1.4.1121
Foxit PDF Editor>=12.0.0.0601<12.1.0.1229
Foxit PDF Reader<12.1.0.1229
Apple macOS

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

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38117?

CVE-2023-38117 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-38117?

To mitigate CVE-2023-38117, users should update Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version as provided by the vendor.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2023-38117?

CVE-2023-38117 affects installations of Foxit PDF Reader that utilize the AcroForm Doc Object.

4

Does CVE-2023-38117 require user interaction to exploit?

Yes, CVE-2023-38117 requires user interaction to exploit, as the attacker needs the user to open a specially crafted PDF.

5

Can CVE-2023-38117 lead to any other vulnerabilities?

Exploitation of CVE-2023-38117 can lead to arbitrary code execution, which may allow attackers to compromise the entire system.

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