CVE-2022-24357: Foxit PDF Reader Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader 11.1.0.52543. 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 handling of Annotation objects. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-15743.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader. 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 handling of Annotation objects. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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What is the severity of CVE-2022-24357?
CVE-2022-24357 is a high-severity vulnerability that allows remote code execution on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader.
How do I fix CVE-2022-24357?
To mitigate CVE-2022-24357, update Foxit PDF Reader to version 11.2.0.53415 or later.
What versions of Foxit PDF Reader are affected by CVE-2022-24357?
CVE-2022-24357 affects Foxit PDF Reader versions up to 11.1.0.52543.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-24357?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2022-24357 as the user must open a malicious file or visit a malicious page.
Can CVE-2022-24357 be exploited on all operating systems?
CVE-2022-24357 specifically targets Foxit PDF Reader on Microsoft Windows systems.