CVE-2024-25575
CVE-2024-25575 is a high-severity vulnerability in Foxit Pdf Editor with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 18% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-843.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 18% (97th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-22903
- Weakness: CWE-843
- Affected product: Foxit Pdf Editor
- Published:
- Last modified:
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.
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.
- How severe is CVE-2024-25575?
- CVE-2024-25575 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2024-25575 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 18% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2024-25575?
- CVE-2024-25575 primarily affects Foxit Pdf Editor. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-25575?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- Does CVE-2024-25575 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-25575 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-22903.
- When was CVE-2024-25575 published?
- CVE-2024-25575 was published on 2024-04-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-1963
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-1963
Affected products (3)
- cpe:2.3:a:foxit:pdf_editor:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:foxit:pdf_editor:2024.1.0.23997:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:foxit:pdf_reader:2024.1.0.23997:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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