First published: Thu Mar 28 2024(Updated: )
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 Doc objects in AcroForms. 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 arbitrary code in the context of the current process.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Foxit Reader |
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The severity of ZDI-CAN-22811 is classified as high due to its potential for sensitive information disclosure.
To fix ZDI-CAN-22811, ensure that you update Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version available from the official site.
The risks associated with ZDI-CAN-22811 involve remote attackers gaining access to sensitive information through malicious files or web pages.
ZDI-CAN-22811 affects installations of Foxit PDF Reader that have not been updated to the latest security patches.
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-CAN-22811 as the target must visit a malicious page or open a harmful file.