2024-11-29
Vulnerability :
This critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-9245) allows local attackers to gain escalated privileges on systems running Foxit PDF Reader. An attacker with low-privileged access can exploit this flaw in the Foxit Reader Update Service’s configuration file permissions to elevate their privileges to SYSTEM level.
Vulnerability Details:
Platform: Foxit PDF Reader (all versions)
Vulnerability: Local Privilege Escalation
Severity: Critical
Date: November 22, 2024 (published by NVD)
What Undercode Says:
This vulnerability is critical and allows attackers to take complete control of affected systems. It’s crucial to update Foxit PDF Reader to the latest version as soon as possible. If immediate patching is not feasible, consider additional security measures to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
References:
Reported By: Nvd.nist.gov
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