Foxit PDF Reader Annotation Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2024-9247

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
PDF Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 November 2024

What is CVE-2024-9247?

A vulnerability has been identified within Foxit PDF Reader that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a specific flaw in the handling of Annotation objects. This issue arises from inadequate validation of user-supplied data, which may lead to a write operation occurring before the start of an allocated object in memory. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must entice a user to visit a malicious webpage or open a compromised PDF file. Proper measures and updates are necessary to mitigate potential risks associated with this flaw.

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Affected Version(s)

PDF Reader 2024.2.0.25138

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1300/
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https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html
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CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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