Vulnerability Description
Foxit Reader before 3.2.1.0401 allows remote attackers to (1) execute arbitrary local programs via a certain "/Type /Action /S /Launch" sequence, and (2) execute arbitrary programs embedded in a PDF document via an unspecified "/Launch /Action" sequence, a related issue to CVE-2009-0836.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Foxit Reader | <= 3.2.0.0303 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blog.didierstevens.com/2010/03/29/escape-from-pdf/Exploit
- http://blog.didierstevens.com/2010/03/31/escape-from-foxit-reader/Exploit
- http://www.f-secure.com/weblog/archives/00001923.html
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/announcements/2010420408.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm#0401PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/570177PatchUS Government Resource
- http://blog.didierstevens.com/2010/03/29/escape-from-pdf/Exploit
- http://blog.didierstevens.com/2010/03/31/escape-from-foxit-reader/Exploit
- http://www.f-secure.com/weblog/archives/00001923.html
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/announcements/2010420408.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm#0401PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/570177PatchUS Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1239?
CVE-2010-1239 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Foxit Reader before 3.2.1.0401 allows remote attackers to (1) execute arbitrary local programs via a certain "/Type /Action /S /Launch" sequence, and (2) execute arbitrary programs embedded in a PDF d...
How severe is CVE-2010-1239?
CVE-2010-1239 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-2010-1239?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader.