Vulnerability Description
Out-of-Bounds read vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 8.1 on Windows, when the gflags app is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted TIFF image embedded in the XFA stream in a PDF document, aka "Read Access Violation starting at FoxitReader."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Phantompdf | <= 8.0.5 |
| Foxitsoftware | Reader | <= 8.0.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93608Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93608Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8876?
CVE-2016-8876 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Out-of-Bounds read vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 8.1 on Windows, when the gflags app is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted TIFF image embedd...
How severe is CVE-2016-8876?
CVE-2016-8876 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-8876?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Foxitsoftware Phantompdf, Foxitsoftware Reader.