CVE-2025-66498: Foxit PDF Reader 3D Annotation Out-of-Bounds Memory Access Vulnerability

Published Dec 19, 2025
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Updated

A memory corruption vulnerability exists in the 3D annotation handling of Foxit PDF Reader due to insufficient bounds checking when parsing U3D data. When opening a PDF file containing malformed or specially crafted PRC content, out-of-bounds memory access may occur, resulting in memory corruption.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Foxit PDF Reader
All of the following
Any of the following
Foxit PDF Editor<=13.2.1.23955
Foxit PDF Editor>=14.0.0.33046<=14.0.1.33197
Foxit PDF Editor>=2023.1.0.15510<=2023.3.0.23028
Foxit PDF Editor>=2024.1.0.23997<=2024.4.1.27687
Foxit PDF Editor>=2025.1.0.27937<=2025.2.1.33197
Foxit PDF Reader<=2025.2.1.33197
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Dec 19, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:11 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:11 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-66498?

CVE-2025-66498 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for memory corruption and possible exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-66498?

To address CVE-2025-66498, ensure that you update to the latest version of Foxit PDF Reader that includes patches for this vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks can be launched using CVE-2025-66498?

An attacker may exploit CVE-2025-66498 by crafting a malicious PDF file that triggers out-of-bounds memory access in Foxit PDF Reader.

4

What software versions are affected by CVE-2025-66498?

CVE-2025-66498 affects all versions of Foxit PDF Reader prior to the release that includes the relevant security patches.

5

What are the risks associated with CVE-2025-66498?

The risks of CVE-2025-66498 include potential execution of arbitrary code, system crashes, and data breaches.

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