Improper Input Validation in PDF Handling by Foxit Software
CVE-2026-57245

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Foxit Inc.

Status
Foxit PDF Editor
Foxit
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 July 2026

What is CVE-2026-57245?

The flaw in Foxit PDF Reader occurs when the application opens a PDF and processes annotation elements tied to hyperlinks. The software does not adequately validate abnormal relationships and field combinations within these annotations, leading to the potential for internal objects to end up in an invalid state. As a result, during the destruction phase, this can cause an invalid pointer write, which triggers a crash of the application, compromising user experience and workflow.

Affected Version(s)

Foxit PDF Editor Windows Versions 2026.1.1 and earlier

Foxit PDF Editor Windows Versions 14.0.4 and earlier

Foxit PDF Editor Windows Versions 13.2.4 and earlier

References

https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html

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

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

XuPeng
.