CVE-2023-41257
CVSS 3.1 Score 8.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Nov 27, 2023
Updated: Dec 1, 2023
CWE ID 843
Summary
CVE-2023-41257 is a type confusion vulnerability affecting Foxit Reader 12.1.2.15356. Maliciously crafted Javascript code within a PDF document can exploit this issue, resulting in memory corruption and arbitrary code execution. To trigger the vulnerability, a user must open the malicious file. Additionally, exploitation is possible through visiting a specially crafted, malicious website if the browser plugin extension is enabled.
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Affected Products
- Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader
Affected Vendors
- Foxit Software Inc.
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