CVE-2022-40129 Detail
Current Description
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software’s PDF Reader, version 12.0.1.12430. A specially-crafted PDF document can trigger the reuse of previously freed memory via misusing Optional Content Group API, which can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user into opening 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.
Analysis Description
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software’s PDF Reader, version 12.0.1.12430. A specially-crafted PDF document can trigger the reuse of previously freed memory via misusing Optional Content Group API, which can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user into opening 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.
Severity
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-416 | Use After Free | Talos |
Change History
1 change records found show changes
Initial Analysis by NIST 11/21/2022 8:07:11 PM
| Action | Type | Old Value | New Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Added | CPE Configuration |
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*cpe:2.3:a:foxit:pdf_reader:12.0.1.12430:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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| Added | CVSS V3.1 |
NIST AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
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| Changed | Reference Type |
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2022-1614 No Types Assigned |
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2022-1614 Exploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory |
Quick Info
CVE Dictionary Entry:
CVE-2022-40129
NVD Published Date:
11/21/2022
NVD Last Modified:
11/21/2022
Source:
Talos