CVE-2020-13548 — HIGH (8.8)

Vulnerability Description

In Foxit Reader 10.1.0.37527, a specially crafted PDF document can trigger reuse of previously free memory which can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user to open the malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. If the browser plugin extension is enabled, visiting a malicious site can also trigger the vulnerability.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Foxitsoftware	Foxit Reader	10.1.0.37527

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-416

References

https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2020-1166ExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2020-1166ExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2020-13548?

CVE-2020-13548 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). In Foxit Reader 10.1.0.37527, a specially crafted PDF document can trigger reuse of previously free memory which can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user to open the m...

How severe is CVE-2020-13548?

CVE-2020-13548 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2020-13548?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader.