ZDI-19-440: Foxit Reader AcroForm removeField Use-After-Free Information Disclosure Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations of Foxit 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 removeField method when processing AcroForms. 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 code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Foxit Reader

Event History

Feb 22, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·04:31 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-19-440?

ZDI-19-440 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix ZDI-19-440?

To fix ZDI-19-440, users should update Foxit Reader to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-19-440?

ZDI-19-440 affects users of vulnerable installations of Foxit Reader on Windows.

4

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-19-440?

ZDI-19-440 is a remote information disclosure vulnerability.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-19-440?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-19-440 by visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

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