CVE-2019-20827
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.72%
Last modified
CVE-2019-20827 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Foxit PhantomPDF Mac 3.3 and Foxit Reader for Mac before 3.3. It allows stack consumption because of interaction between ICC-Based color space and Alternate color space.. EPSS estimates a 1.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Foxit PhantomPDF Mac 3.3 and Foxit Reader for Mac before 3.3. It allows stack consumption because of interaction between ICC-Based color space and Alternate color space.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Phantompdf | < 3.3 |
| Foxitsoftware | Reader | < 3.3 |
References
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-20827?
An issue was discovered in Foxit PhantomPDF Mac 3.3 and Foxit Reader for Mac before 3.3. It allows stack consumption because of interaction between ICC-Based color space and Alternate color space.
How severe is CVE-2019-20827?
CVE-2019-20827 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-20827?
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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