Foxit PDF Reader Update Service Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
CVE-2024-9244

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
PDF Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 November 2024

What is CVE-2024-9244?

The Foxit PDF Reader Update Service contains a vulnerability stemming from incorrect permission assignments in its configuration files. Local attackers with the capability to execute low-privileged code can exploit this flaw to escalate their privileges, allowing them to execute malicious code with elevated rights in the context of the SYSTEM account. This issue emphasizes the importance of proper permission settings on files used by system services.

Affected Version(s)

PDF Reader 2024.1.0.23997

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1298/
x_research-advisory
https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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