HTTP: Foxit Reader Javascript saveAs arbitrary file creation
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against Foxit JS saveAs . A successful attack can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Extended Description
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.
Affected Products
Foxitsoftware foxit_reader
References
CVE: CVE-2023-39542
Short Name
HTTP:STC:FOXIT-SAVEAS-RCE
Severity
Major
Recommended
True
Recommended Action
Drop
Category
HTTP
Keywords
CVE-2023-39542 Foxit Javascript Reader arbitrary creation file saveAs
Release Date
01/11/2024
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
3668
False Positive
Unknown
Vendors
Foxitsoftware