CVE-2016-4063

Name: CVE-2016-4063
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-04-22T15:59:04.137+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.53%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-4063 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Use-after-free vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 7.3.4 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an object with a revision number of -1 in a PDF document.. EPSS estimates a 4.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Use-after-free vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 7.3.4 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an object with a revision number of -1 in a PDF document.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.53%

90.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Foxitsoftware	Foxit Reader	<= 7.3.0.118
Foxitsoftware	Phantompdf	<= 7.3.0.118

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85379
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-219Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-220Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85379
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-219Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-220Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 22, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-4063?

Use-after-free vulnerability in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 7.3.4 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an object with a revision number of -1 in a PDF document.

How severe is CVE-2016-4063?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4063 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4063?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-4063?

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Source: NVD / NIST