CVE-2026-5938
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.10%
Last modified
CVE-2026-5938 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper control flow management allows a crafted document action chain to cause modal dialog reentry on the main thread, resulting in UI freeze and denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper control flow management allows a crafted document action chain to cause modal dialog reentry on the main thread, resulting in UI freeze and denial of service.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxit | Pdf Editor | < 13.2.4 |
| Foxit | Pdf Editor | >= 14.0.0, < 14.0.4 |
| Foxit | Pdf Editor | >= 2023.0.0, < 2026.1.1 |
| Foxit | Pdf Reader | < 2026.1.1 |
References
- https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-5938?
Improper control flow management allows a crafted document action chain to cause modal dialog reentry on the main thread, resulting in UI freeze and denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2026-5938?
CVE-2026-5938 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-5938?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2026-5938?
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