CVE-2023-27363

Foxit PDF Reader exportXFAData Exposed Dangerous Method Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

Foxit PDF Reader exportXFAData Exposed Dangerous Method Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 exportXFAData method. The application exposes a JavaScript interface that allows writing arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-19697.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 76.34% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory foxit.com
Affected: Foxit PDF Reader
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-491/ third party advisory
https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27363?
CVE-2023-27363 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-27363?
To fix CVE-2023-27363, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-27363 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-27363 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~76% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-27363?
CVE-2023-27363 affects Foxit PDF Reader.
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