CVE-2019-20830
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.72%
Last modified
CVE-2019-20830 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 9.6. It has an out-of-bounds write when Internet Explorer is used.. EPSS estimates a 1.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 9.6. It has an out-of-bounds write when Internet Explorer is used.
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 | < 9.6 |
| Foxitsoftware | Reader | < 9.6 |
References
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-20830?
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 9.6. It has an out-of-bounds write when Internet Explorer is used.
How severe is CVE-2019-20830?
CVE-2019-20830 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-2019-20830?
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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