Vulnerability identifier: #VU27062
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Local network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Foxit PDF Reader for Windows
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Foxit PDF Editor (formerly Foxit PhantomPDF)
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: Foxit Software Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to hardcoded credentials being used during HTTP request in DocuSign plugin. A remote attacker can gain intercept network traffic and gain access to sensitive information.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Foxit PDF Reader for Windows: 9.0 - 9.7.1.29511
Foxit PDF Editor (formerly Foxit PhantomPDF): 9.0 - 9.7.1.29511, 8.3.9.41099
External links
http://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.php?9.7.1.29511
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.