What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-19739?

ZDI-CAN-19739 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-19739?

To fix ZDI-CAN-19739, ensure you update Foxit PDF Editor to the latest version provided by the vendor.

What are the potential impacts of ZDI-CAN-19739?

The potential impacts of ZDI-CAN-19739 include unauthorized execution of arbitrary code on affected systems.

What versions of Foxit PDF Editor are affected by ZDI-CAN-19739?

ZDI-CAN-19739 affects certain installations of Foxit PDF Editor that are not updated to the latest patch.

Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-CAN-19739?

Yes, user interaction is required as the victim must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file for ZDI-CAN-19739 to be exploited.

Vulnerability/
ZDI-CAN-19739

high

7.8

1/5/2023

29/1/2025

ZDI-CAN-19739: ZDI-23-493: Foxit PDF Editor DOC File Parsing Exposed Dangerous Method Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Mon May 01 2023(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Editor. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Foxit PhantomPDF for Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-19739?
ZDI-CAN-19739 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-19739?
To fix ZDI-CAN-19739, ensure you update Foxit PDF Editor to the latest version provided by the vendor.
What are the potential impacts of ZDI-CAN-19739?
The potential impacts of ZDI-CAN-19739 include unauthorized execution of arbitrary code on affected systems.
What versions of Foxit PDF Editor are affected by ZDI-CAN-19739?
ZDI-CAN-19739 affects certain installations of Foxit PDF Editor that are not updated to the latest patch.
Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-CAN-19739?
Yes, user interaction is required as the victim must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file for ZDI-CAN-19739 to be exploited.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-19739?
ZDI-CAN-19739 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-19739?
To fix ZDI-CAN-19739, ensure you update Foxit PDF Editor to the latest version provided by the vendor.
What are the potential impacts of ZDI-CAN-19739?
The potential impacts of ZDI-CAN-19739 include unauthorized execution of arbitrary code on affected systems.
What versions of Foxit PDF Editor are affected by ZDI-CAN-19739?
ZDI-CAN-19739 affects certain installations of Foxit PDF Editor that are not updated to the latest patch.
Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-CAN-19739?
Yes, user interaction is required as the victim must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file for ZDI-CAN-19739 to be exploited.