CVE-2020-13557 — HIGH (8.8)

Vulnerability Description

A use after free vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software’s Foxit PDF Reader, version 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-2020-1171ExploitThird Party Advisory
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2020-1171ExploitThird Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2020-13557?

CVE-2020-13557 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). A use after free vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software’s Foxit PDF Reader, version 10.1.0.37527. A specially crafted PDF document can trigger reuse of previously free memory ...

How severe is CVE-2020-13557?

CVE-2020-13557 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-2020-13557?

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