CVE-2024-9254: Foxit PDF Reader Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Fri Nov 22 2024(Updated: )
Foxit PDF Reader Annotation Use-After-Free 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 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 vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-25173.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How 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 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor for Mac | <=11.1.9.0524 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor for Mac | >=12.0<=12.1.5.55449 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor for Mac | >=13.0<=13.1.2.62201 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor for Mac | >=2023.0<=2023.3.0.63083 | |
| Foxit PDF Editor for Mac | >=2024.0<=2024.2.3.64402 | |
| Foxit Reader | <=2024.2.2.64388 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-9254?
CVE-2024-9254 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing remote code execution.
How does CVE-2024-9254 affect users of Foxit PDF Reader?
CVE-2024-9254 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader.
What versions of Foxit PDF Reader are impacted by CVE-2024-9254?
CVE-2024-9254 affects Foxit PDF Reader versions up to 2024.2.3.25184.
How can I fix CVE-2024-9254?
To fix CVE-2024-9254, update Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version released by the vendor.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-9254?
Yes, user interaction is required as the target must visit a malicious PDF to exploit CVE-2024-9254.
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