2024-11-29
Vulnerability :
This critical vulnerability in Foxit PDF Reader allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on an affected system. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by tricking a user into opening a malicious PDF file or visiting a malicious webpage.
Form:
Platform: Foxit PDF Reader
Version: All versions up to (including) 13.1.3 (Windows) & 13.1.2 (Mac)
Vulnerability: Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution (RCE)
Severity: Critical
Date: November 22nd, 2024 (CVE Received)
What Undercode Says:
This vulnerability is critical and should be addressed immediately. Users of Foxit PDF Reader should update to the latest version (as of November 29th, 2024) which patches this vulnerability.
Here are some additional insights:
This vulnerability is caused by a flaw in the way Foxit PDF Reader handles AcroForms (interactive elements in PDFs like checkboxes and buttons).
An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to gain complete control over an affected system.
Users should be cautious about opening PDF files from untrusted sources.
Recommendations:
Update Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version.
Be cautious about opening PDF files from untrusted sources.
Consider using a security solution that can detect and block malicious PDFs.
References:
Reported By: Nvd.nist.gov
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