CVE-2023-39542

CVSS 3.1 Score 8.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Nov 27, 2023
Updated: Dec 1, 2023
CWE ID 610
CWE ID 73

Summary

CVE-2023-39542 is a code execution vulnerability affecting Foxit Reader 12.1.3.15356. This issue lies in the Javascript saveAs API, which allows a maliciously crafted file to create arbitrary files. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by tricking a user into opening a specially designed file or visiting a malicious site with the browser plugin extension enabled. Successful exploitation can result in remote code execution.

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Affected Products

  • Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader

Affected Vendors

  • Foxit Software Inc.

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