CVE-2024-30329: Foxit PDF Reader Annotation Use-After-Free Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Apr 3, 2024
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Updated

Foxit PDF Reader Annotation Use-After-Free Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-22634.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Foxit PDF Reader
All of the following
Any of the following
Foxit PDF Editor<10.1.12.37872
Foxit PDF Editor>=11.0.0.49893<11.2.8.53842
Foxit PDF Editor>=12.0.0.12394<12.1.4.15400
Foxit PDF Editor>=13.0.0.21632<13.0.1.21693
Foxit PDF Editor>=2023.1.0.15510<2023.3.0.23028
Foxit PDF Reader<2023.3.0.23028
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Apr 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:22 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:41 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-30329?

CVE-2024-30329 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-30329?

To fix CVE-2024-30329, ensure that you update Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version released by the vendor.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-30329?

CVE-2024-30329 is an annotation use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to information disclosure.

4

Does CVE-2024-30329 require user interaction to be exploited?

Yes, CVE-2024-30329 requires user interaction for exploitation.

5

Which product is affected by CVE-2024-30329?

CVE-2024-30329 affects Foxit PDF Reader.

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