CVE-2011-10030

CVE-2011-10030 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-73.

Key facts

Description

Foxit PDF Reader <  4.3.1.0218 exposes a JavaScript API function, createDataObject(), that allows untrusted PDF content to write arbitrary files anywhere on disk. By embedding a malicious PDF that calls this API, an attacker can drop executables or scripts into privileged folders, leading to code execution the next time the system boots or the user logs in.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-10030?
Foxit PDF Reader <  4.3.1.0218 exposes a JavaScript API function, createDataObject(), that allows untrusted PDF content to write arbitrary files anywhere on disk. By embedding a malicious PDF that calls this API, an attacker can drop executables or scripts into privileged folders, leading to code execution the next time the system boots or the user logs in.
How severe is CVE-2011-10030?
CVE-2011-10030 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.4, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2011-10030 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-10030?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2011-10030 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2011-10030 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2011-5258.
When was CVE-2011-10030 published?
CVE-2011-10030 was published on 2025-08-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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