CVE-2023-39542 (GCVE-0-2023-39542)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5
Published
2023-11-27 15:25
Modified
2025-11-04 19:17
CWE
  • CWE-73 - External Control of File Name or Path
Summary
A code execution vulnerability exists in the Javascript saveAs API of Foxit Reader 12.1.3.15356. A specially crafted malformed file can create arbitrary files, which can lead to remote code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user into opening the malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. Exploitation is also possible if a user visits a specially crafted, malicious site if the browser plugin extension is enabled.
Impacted products
Vendor Product Version
Foxit Foxit Reader Version: 12.1.3.15356
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