CVE-2024-32488: pdf editor — Fix

Description

In Foxit PDF Reader and Editor before 2024.1, Local Privilege Escalation could occur during update checks because weak permissions on the update-service folder allow attackers to place crafted DLL files there.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.8

HIGH

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-280 CWE-280

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
foxit	pdf_editor	< 10.1.12.37872
foxit	pdf_editor	11.0.0 — 11.2.8.53842
foxit	pdf_editor	12.0.0 — 12.1.4.15400
foxit	pdf_editor	13.0.0 — 13.0.1.21693
foxit	pdf_editor	2023.1.0.15510 — 2023.3.0.23028
foxit	pdf_reader	< 2023.3.0.23028
microsoft	windows	All

References

Advisories & Patches

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-32488? +

In Foxit PDF Reader and Editor before 2024.1, Local Privilege Escalation could occur during update checks because weak permissions on the update-service folder allow attackers to place crafted DLL files there. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-32488? +

CVE-2024-32488 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.8 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-32488? +

CVE-2024-32488 affects products from foxit, microsoft, specifically: 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-2024-32488? +

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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