CVE-2024-25938
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CVE-2024-25938 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the way Foxit Reader 2024.1.0.23997 handles a Barcode widget. A specially crafted JavaScript code inside a malicious PDF document can trigger reuse of a previously freed object, which can lead to memory corruption and result in arbitrary code execution. EPSS estimates a 15.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the way Foxit Reader 2024.1.0.23997 handles a Barcode widget. A specially crafted JavaScript code inside a malicious PDF document can trigger reuse of a previously freed object, 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.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| 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 | 2024.1.0.23997 |
| Foxit | Pdf Reader | 2024.1.0.23997 |
| 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 |
References
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-1958Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-1958Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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