Vulnerability Description
Foxit PDF Reader print Method Use of Externally-Controlled Format String Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader. 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 implementation of the print method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it as a format specifier. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-14849.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit | Pdf Editor | <= 10.1.5.37672 |
| Foxit | Pdf Reader | <= 11.0.1.49938 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1201/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1201/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-34970?
CVE-2021-34970 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Foxit PDF Reader print Method Use of Externally-Controlled Format String Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected ...
How severe is CVE-2021-34970?
CVE-2021-34970 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-34970?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Foxit Pdf Editor, Foxit Pdf Reader, Microsoft Windows.