What is the severity of CVE-2021-45980?

CVE-2021-45980 is considered a critical vulnerability because it allows remote code execution through a flaw in the JavaScript API.

How do I fix CVE-2021-45980?

To fix CVE-2021-45980, update Foxit PDF Reader and PDF Editor to version 11.1 or later.

What systems are affected by CVE-2021-45980?

CVE-2021-45980 affects Foxit PDF Reader and PDF Editor versions before 11.1 on macOS.

Can CVE-2021-45980 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-45980 can be exploited remotely by attackers through the JavaScript API's getURL method.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-45980?

CVE-2021-45980 is a remote code execution vulnerability that can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

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CVE-2021-45980

high

7.8

4/1/2022

21/11/2024

CVE-2021-45980

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 getURL in the JavaScript API.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Foxit PDF Editor for Mac	<11.1
Foxit Reader	<11.1
Apple iOS and macOS
All of
Any of
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-2021-45980?
CVE-2021-45980 is considered a critical vulnerability because it allows remote code execution through a flaw in the JavaScript API.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45980?
To fix CVE-2021-45980, update Foxit PDF Reader and PDF Editor to version 11.1 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2021-45980?
CVE-2021-45980 affects Foxit PDF Reader and PDF Editor versions before 11.1 on macOS.
Can CVE-2021-45980 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-45980 can be exploited remotely by attackers through the JavaScript API's getURL method.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-45980?
CVE-2021-45980 is a remote code execution vulnerability that can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-45980?
CVE-2021-45980 is considered a critical vulnerability because it allows remote code execution through a flaw in the JavaScript API.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45980?
To fix CVE-2021-45980, update Foxit PDF Reader and PDF Editor to version 11.1 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2021-45980?
CVE-2021-45980 affects Foxit PDF Reader and PDF Editor versions before 11.1 on macOS.
Can CVE-2021-45980 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-45980 can be exploited remotely by attackers through the JavaScript API's getURL method.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-45980?
CVE-2021-45980 is a remote code execution vulnerability that can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.