ZDI-19-139: Foxit PhantomPDF PDF Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations of Foxit PhantomPDF. 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 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 buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Foxit PhantomPDF

Event History

Jan 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·11:29 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-19-139?

The severity of ZDI-19-139 is classified as medium, due to the requirement of user interaction for exploitation.

2

How do I fix ZDI-19-139?

To remediate ZDI-19-139, update to the latest version of Foxit PhantomPDF that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-19-139?

Users of Foxit PhantomPDF for Windows are affected by the ZDI-19-139 vulnerability.

4

What type of attack does ZDI-19-139 involve?

ZDI-19-139 involves a remote information disclosure attack that requires users to visit a malicious webpage or open a malicious file.

5

Can ZDI-19-139 be exploited without user interaction?

No, ZDI-19-139 cannot be exploited without user interaction, as it requires the user to perform specific actions.

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