CVE-2020-12248
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.80%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12248 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.0.1, and PhantomPDF before 9.7.3, attackers can execute arbitrary code via a heap-based buffer overflow because dirty image-resource data is mishandled.. EPSS estimates a 1.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.0.1, and PhantomPDF before 9.7.3, attackers can execute arbitrary code via a heap-based buffer overflow because dirty image-resource data is mishandled.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Phantompdf | <= 9.7.2.29539 |
| Foxitsoftware | Phantompdf | <= 10.0.0.35798 |
| Foxitsoftware | Reader | <= 10.0.0.35798 |
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-2020-12248?
In Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.0.1, and PhantomPDF before 9.7.3, attackers can execute arbitrary code via a heap-based buffer overflow because dirty image-resource data is mishandled.
How severe is CVE-2020-12248?
CVE-2020-12248 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12248?
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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