Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Foxit PDF Editor

CVE-2021-34958

What is CVE-2021-34958?

This vulnerability in Foxit PDF Editor stems from a flaw in the handling of Annotation objects, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations. The lack of validation prior to operations on Annotation objects creates an opportunity for code execution in the context of the current process. Exploitation requires user interaction, as the attacker must entice users to visit a malicious webpage or open a crafted PDF file. This situation highlights the critical need for users to maintain updated software and exercise caution when handling unknown documents, particularly PDFs.

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