CVE-2021-38569
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.96%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38569 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.1.4. It allows stack consumption via recursive function calls during the handling of XFA forms or link objects.. EPSS estimates a 0.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.1.4. It allows stack consumption via recursive function calls during the handling of XFA forms or link objects.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/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.phpVendor Advisory
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38569?
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.1.4. It allows stack consumption via recursive function calls during the handling of XFA forms or link objects.
How severe is CVE-2021-38569?
CVE-2021-38569 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38569?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-38569?
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