2024-11-29
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This article describes a critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-9255) in Foxit PDF Reader that allows remote attackers to execute malicious code on a victim’s computer by tricking them into opening a specially crafted PDF file.
Vulnerability Details:
Platform: Foxit PDF Reader (version not specified)
Vulnerability: Annotation Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution
Severity: Critical (CVSS score likely high)
Date: November 22, 2024 (published)
What Undercode Says:
This vulnerability is severe and allows attackers to take complete control of a vulnerable system. Users of Foxit PDF Reader should update to the latest version as soon as possible, which is likely to contain a fix for this issue.
Additional Notes:
The specific details of the vulnerability are not publicly available to prevent attackers from exploiting it.
It is recommended to avoid opening untrusted PDF files.
References:
Reported By: Nvd.nist.gov
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