Is CVE-2019-5031 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2019-5031 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2019-5031 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2019-5031 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-5031?

CVE-2019-5031 has a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2019-5031

CWE-703Published: October 2, 2019· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

8.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An exploitable memory corruption vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Foxit Software's Foxit PDF Reader, version 9.4.1.16828. A specially crafted PDF document can trigger an out-of-memory condition which isn't handled properly, resulting in arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user to open the malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. If the browser plugin extension is enabled, visiting a malicious site can also trigger the vulnerability.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2019-5031 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 8.8.