PatchTheCVECVE-2021-31437: This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio
CVE-2021-31437 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting foxit studio photo. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.931. 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 parsing of JP2 files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.8% (top 14%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-787 |
| Published | 2021-04-29 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2021-31437?
foxit studio photo: upgrade to newer than 3.6.6.933. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-31437 being exploited?
CVE-2021-31437 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2021-31437 affect?
CVE-2021-31437 affects foxit studio photo. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit Studio Photo 3.6.6.931. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or ope
How urgent is CVE-2021-31437?
Priority 49/100. High severity
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