First published: Thu Sep 26 2024(Updated: )
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 proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write before the start of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Foxit Reader |
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The severity of ZDI-CAN-24173 is high due to the potential for remote code execution.
To fix ZDI-CAN-24173, update your Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Exploitation of ZDI-CAN-24173 can lead to unauthorized remote code execution on the affected system.
Yes, user interaction is required as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
ZDI-CAN-24173 specifically affects Foxit PDF Reader installations.