CVE-2024-9248: Foxit PDF Reader PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Nov 22, 2024
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Updated

Foxit PDF Reader PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 parsing of PDF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-24300.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Foxit PDF Reader
Foxit Pdf Editor Windows<=11.2.10.53951
Foxit Pdf Editor Windows>=12.0<=12.1.7.15526
Foxit Pdf Editor Windows>=13.0<=13.1.3.22478
Foxit Pdf Editor Windows>=2023.0<=2023.3.0.23028
Foxit Pdf Editor Windows>=2024.0<=2024.2.3.25184
Foxit Pdf Reader Windows<=2024.2.3.25184

Event History

Nov 22, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:19 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jan 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:41 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-9248?

CVE-2024-9248 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-9248?

To fix CVE-2024-9248, update your Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version available.

3

Which versions of Foxit PDF Reader are affected by CVE-2024-9248?

CVE-2024-9248 affects various versions of Foxit PDF Reader and Foxit PDF Editor up to 2024.2.3.25184.

4

What attacks can be executed via CVE-2024-9248?

CVE-2024-9248 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-9248?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2024-9248 since the attack depends on opening a malicious PDF file.

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