CVE-2026-3775: Foxit PDF Editor/Reader Update Service Uncontrolled Search Path Element Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Apr 1, 2026
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Updated

The application's update service, when checking for updates, loads certain system libraries from a search path that includes directories writable by low‑privileged users and is not strictly restricted to trusted system locations. Because these libraries may be resolved and loaded from user‑writable locations, a local attacker can place a malicious library there and have it loaded with SYSTEM privileges, resulting in local privilege escalation and arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Foxit Foxit PDF Editor
Foxit Foxit Reader
All of the following
Any of the following
Foxit PDF Editor<=13.2.2.24014
Foxit PDF Editor>=14.0.0.33046<=14.0.2.33402
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<=2025.3.0.35737
Foxit PDF Reader<=2025.3.0.35737
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Apr 1, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:40 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:40 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-3775?

CVE-2026-3775 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-3775?

To mitigate CVE-2026-3775, users should ensure the Foxit PDF Editor and Reader are updated to the latest versions as released by Foxit.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-3775?

CVE-2026-3775 affects users of Foxit PDF Editor and Foxit Reader that utilize the update service.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-3775?

CVE-2026-3775 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2026-3775?

The impact of CVE-2026-3775 allows low-privileged users to gain elevated privileges on the system.

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