7.8
CWE
732
EPSS
0.046%
Advisory Published
Updated
Advisory Published

CVE-2024-9245: Foxit PDF Reader Update Service Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Fri Nov 22 2024(Updated: )

Foxit PDF Reader Update Service Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of the configuration files used by the Foxit Reader Update Service. The issue results from incorrect permissions set on a resource used by the service. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-23966.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Foxit Reader
Foxit PDF Editor for Windows<=11.2.10.53951
Foxit PDF Editor for Windows>=12.0<=12.1.7.15526
Foxit PDF Editor for Windows>=13.0<=13.1.3.22478
Foxit PDF Editor for Windows>=2023.0<=2023.3.0.23028
Foxit PDF Editor for Windows>=2024.0<=2024.2.3.25184
Foxit PDF Reader<=2024.2.3.25184

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-9245?

    CVE-2024-9245 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-9245?

    To fix CVE-2024-9245, ensure you update the affected Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-9245?

    CVE-2024-9245 affects installations of Foxit PDF Reader and Foxit PDF Editor for Windows.

  • What type of attacks can be performed using CVE-2024-9245?

    Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-9245 to escalate their privileges on systems running the affected software.

  • Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-9245?

    No, an attacker only needs local access to the system to exploit CVE-2024-9245.

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