CVE-2024-25858: High severity foxit reader vulnerability
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.
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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.