HTTP: PDF Reader Launch Command
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in the PDF reader allowing document to launch executable. A successful attack can lead arbitrary remote code execution within the context of the user.
Extended Description
Foxit Reader is prone to multiple remote vulnerabilities, Attackers may leverage these issues to execute arbitrary code in the context of the application. Successful exploits may compromise the application and the underlying computer. Failed attacks will cause denial-of-service conditions. The issues affect Foxit Reader 3.0.2009.1301, 3.0, and 2.3. Other versions may also be affected.
Affected Products
Foxit foxit_reader
Short Name
HTTP:STC:ADOBE:PDF-LAUNCH-CMD
Severity
Major
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
Drop
Category
HTTP
Keywords
CVE-2009-0836 Command Launch PDF Reader bid:34035
Release Date
03/29/2010
Supported Platforms
srx-branch-12.3
srx-19.3
srx-branch-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.2
srx-branch-19.4
vsrx-19.4
mx-12.3
mx-19.4
vmx-19.4
mx-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.4
srx-19.4
vsrx-12.3
vmx-19.3
vsrx-19.2
srx-12.3
Sigpack Version
3336
False Positive
Unknown
Vendors
Foxit
CVSS Score
10.0