CVE-2026-3779: Foxit PDF Editor/Reader List Box Calculate Array Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Published Apr 1, 2026
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Updated

The application's list box calculate array logic keeps stale references to page or form objects after they are deleted or re-created, which allows crafted documents to trigger a use-after-free when the calculation runs and can potentially lead to arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

16 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
All of the following
Any of the following
Foxit PDF Editor<=13.2.2.63349
Foxit PDF Editor>=14.0.0.68868<=14.0.2.69164
Foxit PDF Editor>=2023.1.0.55583<=2023.3.0.63083
Foxit PDF Editor>=2024.1.0.63682<=2024.4.1.66479
Foxit PDF Editor>=2025.1.0.66692<=2025.3.0.69570
Foxit PDF Reader<=2025.3.0.69570
Apple macOS

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-2026-3779?

CVE-2026-3779 has been classified with high severity due to its potential impact on application stability and security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-3779?

To fix CVE-2026-3779, update your Foxit PDF Editor or Reader to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2026-3779?

CVE-2026-3779 affects Foxit PDF Editor and Foxit Reader.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-3779?

CVE-2026-3779 is a use-after-free vulnerability related to the handling of list box calculate arrays.

5

Can CVE-2026-3779 lead to code execution?

Yes, CVE-2026-3779 can potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code through crafted documents.

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