CVE-2023-41257
HIGH EPSS 73.2%
Published Nov 27, 20232y ago · Modified Jun 17, 20262w ago
8.8 CVSS 3.1
Published Nov 27, 2023 2y ago
Last Modified Jun 17, 2026 2w ago
Description
A type confusion vulnerability exists in the way Foxit Reader 12.1.2.15356 handles field value properties. A specially crafted Javascript code inside a malicious PDF document can trigger this vulnerability, which can lead to memory corruption and result in 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.
CVSS Details
Base Score
Exploitability
Impact
Vector string
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
Threat Intelligence
EPSS Exploit Probability
73.2% percentile
Exploit & Patch Status
No Known Exploit
No Patch Available
Weaknesses 1
CWE-843
Affected Products 1
| Vendor | Product | Version | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| foxitsoftware | foxit_reader | 12.1.3.15356 | any |
References 2
- talosintelligence.com https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2023-1838
- talosintelligence.com https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2023-1838
Remediation
No remediation data recorded yet
Check vendor advisories and the NVD entry for patch availability.