CVE-2016-4065

Name: CVE-2016-4065
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-04-22T15:59:06.277+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.74%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-4065 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ConvertToPDF plugin in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 7.3.4 on Windows, when the gflags app is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash) via a crafted (1) JPEG, (2) GIF, or (3) BMP image.. EPSS estimates a 2.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The ConvertToPDF plugin in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 7.3.4 on Windows, when the gflags app is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash) via a crafted (1) JPEG, (2) GIF, or (3) BMP image.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.74%

84.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

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

References

http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-216Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-217Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-218Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-216Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-217Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-218Third 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-2016-4065?

How severe is CVE-2016-4065?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4065 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4065?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST