Foxit PDF Reader PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2024-9249

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit
Status
PDF Reader
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 November 2024

What is CVE-2024-9249?

A remote code execution vulnerability affects Foxit PDF Reader, arising from improper validation of user-supplied data during PDF file parsing. This flaw allows attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the current process when a user interacts with a malicious PDF file or visits a harmful webpage. Exploitation requires user action, making awareness and cautious handling of PDF content critical to maintaining system security.

Affected Version(s)

PDF Reader 2024.2.2.25170

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1301/
x_research-advisory
https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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