Vulnerability Description
Integer overflow in the Type 1 font decoder in the FreeType engine in Foxit Reader before 4.0.0.0619 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted font in a PDF document.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Foxit Reader | <= 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/products/reader/security_bulletins.php#freetypePatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/msvr11-005.mspxThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48359Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68145
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/products/reader/security_bulletins.php#freetypePatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/msvr11-005.mspxThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48359Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68145
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-1908?
CVE-2011-1908 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Integer overflow in the Type 1 font decoder in the FreeType engine in Foxit Reader before 4.0.0.0619 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) ...
How severe is CVE-2011-1908?
CVE-2011-1908 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-2011-1908?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader.