CVE-2023-42089: Foxit PDF Reader templates Use-After-Free Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Fri May 03 2024(Updated: )
Foxit PDF Reader templates Use-After-Free 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 handling of templates. 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 in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-21586.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit Reader | ||
| Foxit Advanced PDF Editor | <=10.1.12.37872 | |
| Foxit Advanced PDF Editor | >=11.0.0<=11.2.7.53812 | |
| Foxit Advanced PDF Editor | >=12.0.0<=12.1.3.15356 | |
| Foxit Advanced PDF Editor | =2023.1.0.15510 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor | >=11.0.0<=11.1.5.0913 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor | >=12.0.0<=12.1.1.55342 | |
| Foxit Reader | <=12.1.3.15356 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-42089?
CVE-2023-42089 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to the information disclosure risk associated with it.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42089?
To fix CVE-2023-42089, users should update their Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version provided by Foxit.
What types of products are affected by CVE-2023-42089?
CVE-2023-42089 affects Foxit PDF Reader and various versions of Foxit PhantomPDF for Windows and Mac.
What kind of attack vector is used for CVE-2023-42089?
CVE-2023-42089 requires user interaction for the exploitation, as an attacker must entice the user to open a specially crafted document.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2023-42089?
Exploitation of CVE-2023-42089 may lead to the disclosure of sensitive information from the affected user's PDF Reader.
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