CVE-2020-17418 : Security Advisory and Response

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922. 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 handling of EZIX files. A crafted id in a channel element can trigger a write past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Understanding CVE-2020-17418

This CVE-2020-17418 vulnerability affects Foxit Studio Photo version 3.6.6.922.

What is CVE-2020-17418?

CVE-2020-17418 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.922. It requires user interaction to exploit by visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

The Impact of CVE-2020-17418

CVSS Base Score: 7.8 (High)
Attack Vector: Local
Attack Complexity: Low
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: Required
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: High
Availability Impact: High

Technical Details of CVE-2020-17418

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to trigger a write past the end of an allocated buffer by exploiting a crafted id in a channel element within EZIX files.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: Studio Photo
Vendor: Foxit
Affected Version: 3.6.6.922

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by tricking users into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file containing the crafted id.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-17418 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Foxit Studio Photo to a patched version.
Avoid visiting suspicious websites or opening unknown files.
Implement security awareness training for users.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and applications.
Use reputable security software to detect and prevent such vulnerabilities.
Employ network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all software, including Foxit Studio Photo, is regularly updated with the latest security patches.