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.
History

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 20:30:00 +0000


cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: talos

Published: 2023-11-27T15:25:12.044Z

Updated: 2025-11-04T19:17:44.282Z

Reserved: 2023-08-14T16:46:48.485Z

Link: CVE-2023-39542

cve-icon Vulnrichment

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cve-icon NVD

Status : Modified

Published: 2023-11-27T16:15:10.653

Modified: 2025-11-04T20:16:36.137

Link: CVE-2023-39542

cve-icon Redhat

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