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CVE-2010-1239

CWE-94Published: April 5, 2010· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

9.3
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Foxit Reader before 3.2.1.0401 allows remote attackers to (1) execute arbitrary local programs via a certain "/Type /Action /S /Launch" sequence, and (2) execute arbitrary programs embedded in a PDF document via an unspecified "/Launch /Action" sequence, a related issue to CVE-2009-0836.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2010-1239 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2010-1239. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityM
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityC
IntegrityC
AvailabilityC
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

Affected Vendors & Products

foxitsoftware1 product(s)
foxit reader
Source: NVD CPE · 7 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

POC AVAILABLEProof-of-concept code exists
Exploit-DB
Offensive Security exploit database
GitHub PoC Search
Community PoC repositories
Rapid7 / Metasploit
Metasploit module search
PacketStorm
Security advisories & exploits
NVD Detail
Official NIST entry
MITRE CVE
CVE Program entry
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Official Patches & Advisories

PATCHhttp://www.foxitsoftware.com/announcements/2010420408.html
PATCHhttp://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm#0401
PATCHhttp://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/570177
PATCHhttp://www.foxitsoftware.com/announcements/2010420408.html
PATCHhttp://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm#0401
PATCHhttp://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/570177

All References (12)

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http://blog.didierstevens.com/2010/03/29/escape-from-pdf/Exploit
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http://blog.didierstevens.com/2010/03/31/escape-from-foxit-reader/Exploit
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http://www.f-secure.com/weblog/archives/00001923.html
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http://www.foxitsoftware.com/announcements/2010420408.htmlPatch · Vendor Advisory
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http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm#0401Patch · Vendor Advisory
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http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/570177Patch · US Government Resource
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http://blog.didierstevens.com/2010/03/29/escape-from-pdf/Exploit
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http://blog.didierstevens.com/2010/03/31/escape-from-foxit-reader/Exploit
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http://www.f-secure.com/weblog/archives/00001923.html
→
http://www.foxitsoftware.com/announcements/2010420408.htmlPatch · Vendor Advisory
→
http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm#0401Patch · Vendor Advisory
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http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/570177Patch · US Government Resource

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2010-1239
CVSS Score9.3 / 10
SeverityCRITICAL
WeaknessCWE-94
CISA KEVNo
ExploitPOC
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedApr 5, 2010

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Recommended Actions

  • →Apply vendor patches immediately
  • →Monitor CVE-2010-1239 in threat intel feeds
  • →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.
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