CVE-2021-40420
High
Description
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software’s PDF Reader, version 11.1.0.52543. A specially-crafted PDF document can trigger the reuse of previously freed memory, which can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user to open the malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. Exploitation is also possible if a user visits a specially-crafted, malicious site if the browser plugin extension is enabled.
SeverityHigh
CVSS8.8
Exploit probability—
ProductFoxit Pdf Reader
PublishedFeb 4, 2022
First seenFeb 4, 2022
Weakness typeCWE-416Use after free
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| foxit pdf_reader | 11.1.0.52543 | — |
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