CVE-2024-25575: pdf editor — Exploit

Description

A type confusion vulnerability vulnerability exists in the way Foxit Reader 2024.1.0.23997 handles a Lock object. A specially crafted Javascript code inside a malicious PDF document can trigger this vulnerability, which can lead to memory corruption and result in arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user into opening the malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. Exploitation is also possible if a user visits a specially crafted, malicious site if the browser plugin extension is enabled.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-843 CWE-843

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
foxit	pdf_editor	< 11.2.8.53842
foxit	pdf_editor	12.0.0.12394 — 12.1.4.15400
foxit	pdf_editor	13.0.0.21632 — 13.0.1.21693
foxit	pdf_editor	2023.1.0.15510 — 2023.3.0.23028
foxit	pdf_editor	All
foxit	pdf_reader	All
microsoft	windows	All
foxit	pdf_editor	< 11.1.6.0109
foxit	pdf_editor	12.0.0.0601 — 12.1.2.55366
foxit	pdf_editor	13.0.0.61829 — 13.0.1.61866
apple	macos	All

References

Exploits

https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-1963 https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-1963

Other References

https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-1963

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-25575? +

A type confusion vulnerability vulnerability exists in the way Foxit Reader 2024.1.0.23997 handles a Lock object. A specially crafted Javascript code inside a malicious PDF document can trigger this vulnerability, which can lead to memory corruption and result in arbitrary code execution. An attacker needs to trick the user into opening the malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. Exploitation is also possible if a user visits a specially crafted, malicious site if the browser plugin extension is enabled. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-25575? +

CVE-2024-25575 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 8.8 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-25575? +

CVE-2024-25575 affects products from apple, foxit, microsoft, specifically: macos, pdf_editor, pdf_reader, windows. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-25575? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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