CVE-2021-33793
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.09%
Last modified
CVE-2021-33793 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Foxit Reader before 10.1.4 and PhantomPDF before 10.1.4 have an out-of-bounds write because the Cross-Reference table is mishandled during Office document conversion.. EPSS estimates a 1.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Foxit Reader before 10.1.4 and PhantomPDF before 10.1.4 have an out-of-bounds write because the Cross-Reference table is mishandled during Office document conversion.
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 | Foxit Reader | < 10.1.4 |
| Foxitsoftware | Phantompdf | < 10.1.4 |
References
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-33793?
Foxit Reader before 10.1.4 and PhantomPDF before 10.1.4 have an out-of-bounds write because the Cross-Reference table is mishandled during Office document conversion.
How severe is CVE-2021-33793?
CVE-2021-33793 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-33793?
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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