CVE-2021-41783
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.25%
Last modified
CVE-2021-41783 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Foxit PDF Reader before 11.1 and PDF Editor before 11.1, and PhantomPDF before 10.1.6, allow attackers to trigger a use-after-free and execute arbitrary code because JavaScript is mishandled.. EPSS estimates a 1.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Foxit PDF Reader before 11.1 and PDF Editor before 11.1, and PhantomPDF before 10.1.6, allow attackers to trigger a use-after-free and execute arbitrary code because JavaScript is mishandled.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit | Pdf Editor | >= 11.0, < 11.1 |
| Foxit | Pdf Reader | >= 11.0, < 11.1 |
| Foxit | Phantompdf | < 10.1.6 |
References
- https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-41783?
Foxit PDF Reader before 11.1 and PDF Editor before 11.1, and PhantomPDF before 10.1.6, allow attackers to trigger a use-after-free and execute arbitrary code because JavaScript is mishandled.
How severe is CVE-2021-41783?
CVE-2021-41783 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-41783?
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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