SB2023022139 - Multiple vulnerabilities in Foxit PDF Reader and Editor

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SB2023022139 - Multiple vulnerabilities in Foxit PDF Reader and Editor

Published: February 21, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023022139
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 2
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 secuirty vulnerabilities.


1) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: N/A)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error when processing PDF files. A remote attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted PDF file, trigger a use-after-free error and execute arbitrary code on the system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.


2) Information disclosure (CVE-ID: N/A)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to usage of outdated software on the web server used to collect the user clicks of the banner ads. A remote attacker can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References