CVE-2024-25858
First published: Tue Mar 05 2024(Updated: )
In Foxit PDF Reader before 2024.1 and PDF Editor before 2024.1, code execution via JavaScript could occur because of an unoptimized prompt message for users to review parameters of commands.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit Reader | <2024.1 | |
| Foxit Advanced PDF Editor | <2024.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-25858?
CVE-2024-25858 has been assessed as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for code execution via JavaScript.
How do I fix CVE-2024-25858?
To mitigate CVE-2024-25858, users should update to Foxit PDF Reader or PDF Editor version 2024.1 or later.
What types of software are affected by CVE-2024-25858?
CVE-2024-25858 affects Foxit PDF Reader versions before 2024.1 and Foxit PDF Editor versions before 2024.1.
What happens if CVE-2024-25858 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-25858 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the user's system via unoptimized JavaScript prompts.
Is it safe to use Foxit PDF Reader or Editor with CVE-2024-25858 present?
Using Foxit PDF Reader or Editor versions before 2024.1 poses a security risk due to CVE-2024-25858, and it is advised to update immediately.
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