Vulnerability Description
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Reader 9.7.0.29455. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of JPG2000 images. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-9407.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Reader | <= 9.7.0.29478 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
| Foxitsoftware | Phantompdf | <= 9.7.0.29455 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-204/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-204/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-8848?
CVE-2020-8848 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Reader 9.7.0.29455. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the targe...
How severe is CVE-2020-8848?
CVE-2020-8848 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-8848?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Foxitsoftware Reader, Microsoft Windows, Foxitsoftware Phantompdf.