CVE-2021-45978: OS Command Injection
First published: Tue Jan 04 2022(Updated: )
Foxit PDF Reader and PDF Editor before 11.1 on macOS allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via xfa.host.gotoURL in the XFA API.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Foxit PDF Editor for Mac | <11.1 | |
| Foxit Reader | <11.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Foxit PDF Editor for Mac | <11.1 | |
| Foxit Reader | <11.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-45978?
CVE-2021-45978 has been assessed as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45978?
To mitigate CVE-2021-45978, users should update Foxit PDF Reader and PDF Editor to version 11.1 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-45978?
CVE-2021-45978 affects versions of Foxit PDF Reader and PDF Editor prior to 11.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-45978?
CVE-2021-45978 is a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited via the XFA API.
Who can exploit CVE-2021-45978?
Remote attackers with the ability to manipulate XFA API calls can exploit CVE-2021-45978 to execute arbitrary code.
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