Description
An arbitrary file creation vulnerability exists in the Javascript exportDataObject API of Foxit Reader 12.1.3.15356 due to a failure to properly validate a dangerous extension. A specially crafted malicious file can create files at arbitrary locations, 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.
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CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:NAttack VectorNetwork
AC:LAttack ComplexityLow
PR:NPrivileges RequiredNone
UI:RUser InteractionRequired
Scope
S:UScopeUnchanged
Impact
C:HConfidentialityHigh
I:HIntegrityHigh
A:HAvailabilityHigh
Weaknesses
Affected Products
Foxit
commercial·CNaka foxitsoftware, foxit software, foxit pdf, foxit reader
Foxit Software Inc.
commercial·USaka foxit pdf editor, foxit pdf reader
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Exploitability
Official Patch Available
References
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2023-1834
talosintelligence.com
https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2023-1834
talosintelligence.com
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-35985
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