CVE-2026-91815
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Heap Out-of-Bounds Write in Foxit PDF Editor

Publication date: 2026-09-23

Last updated on: 2026-09-23

Assigner: Foxit

Description
Foxit PDF Editor/Reader does not perform sufficient verification of the JPEG2000 image metadata in the PDF file, which leads to out-of-bounds write in the heap buffer during decoding, potentially causing the program to crash and introducing the risk of arbitrary code execution.

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Published
2026-09-23
Last Modified
2026-09-23
Generated
2026-09-23
AI Q&A
2026-09-23
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-91815
EUVD
EUVD-2026-85160

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foxit pdf_editor_reader *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-787 The product writes data past the end, or before the beginning, of the intended buffer.

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Executive Summary

Foxit PDF Editor/Reader has a flaw where it fails to properly check JPEG2000 image metadata in PDF files. This can lead to writing outside the intended memory area during image decoding, potentially crashing the program or allowing arbitrary code execution.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to run malicious code on your system by tricking you into opening a specially crafted PDF file. This could lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or system compromise.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Foxit PDF Editor/Reader to the latest version as soon as patches are available to address the JPEG2000 metadata verification issue.

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