CVE-2020-8881
Description
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.916. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of TIF files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-9774.
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A use-after-free in Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.916 TIF parsing allows remote code execution by opening a malicious file.
Vulnerability
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in Foxit Studio Photo version 3.6.6.916 when processing TIF files. The flaw occurs due to insufficient validation of an object's existence before performing operations on it, allowing memory corruption. [2]
Exploitation
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by convincing a target to visit a malicious webpage or open a specially crafted TIF file. No special privileges are required, but user interaction is mandatory. [1][2]
Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current Foxit Studio Photo process. This can lead to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. [2]
Mitigation
As of the available references, Foxit has not released a specific patch for CVE-2020-8881. The vendor's security bulletin later addresses updates for PDF Reader and Editor products but not Studio Photo. Users should consider limiting exposure by avoiding untrusted TIF files until an update is provided. [1][2]
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Affected products
2- Range: = 3.6.6.916
- Foxit/Studio Photov5Range: 3.6.6.916
Patches
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References
2- www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.phpmitrex_refsource_MISC
- www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-304/mitrex_refsource_MISC
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