Vulnerability Description
Foxit Reader 2.3 before Build 3902 and 3.0 before Build 1506, including 3.0.2009.1301, does not properly handle a JBIG2 symbol dictionary segment with zero new symbols, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file that triggers a dereference of an uninitialized memory location.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Foxit Reader | 2.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34036Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-11/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm#ProcessingPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/501590/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34035
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021822
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0634PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49135
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34036Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-11/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm#ProcessingPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/501590/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34035
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021822
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0634PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-0191?
CVE-2009-0191 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Foxit Reader 2.3 before Build 3902 and 3.0 before Build 1506, including 3.0.2009.1301, does not properly handle a JBIG2 symbol dictionary segment with zero new symbols, which allows remote attackers t...
How severe is CVE-2009-0191?
CVE-2009-0191 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-0191?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader.