CVE-2024-47810: Use After Free

Published Dec 18, 2024
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Updated

A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the way Foxit Reader 2024.3.0.26795 handles a 3D page object. A specially crafted Javascript code inside a malicious PDF document can trigger this vulnerability, which can lead to memory corruption and result in arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user into opening the malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. Exploitation is also possible if a user visits a specially crafted, malicious site if the browser plugin extension is enabled.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Foxit Foxit Reader
All of the following
Any of the following
Foxit PDF Editor<=11.2.11.54113
Foxit PDF Editor>=12.0.0<=12.1.8.15703
Foxit PDF Editor>=13.0.0<=13.1.4.23147
Foxit PDF Editor>=2023.1.0.15510<=2023.3.0.23028
Foxit PDF Editor>=2024.1.0.23997<=2024.3.0.26795
Foxit PDF Reader<=2024.3.0.26795
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Dec 18, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:57 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-47810?

CVE-2024-47810 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-47810?

To fix CVE-2024-47810, you should update Foxit Reader to the latest version available from the official website.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-47810?

CVE-2024-47810 is a use-after-free vulnerability related to the handling of 3D page objects in Foxit Reader.

4

What could be the impact of exploiting CVE-2024-47810?

Exploitation of CVE-2024-47810 can lead to memory corruption and allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

5

Who is affected by CVE-2024-47810?

CVE-2024-47810 affects users of Foxit Reader version 2024.3.0.26795 and possibly other versions.

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