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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2024-32488
CVE-2024-32488:
Foxit PDF Reader vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
CVE-2024-32488 is a Local Privilege Escalation vulnerability affecting Foxit PDF Reader and Editor before version 2024.1. The vulnerability exists due to weak permissions on the update-service folder that could allow attackers to place crafted DLL files during update checks (NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 7.8 (HIGH) with the following vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability is classified as CWE-280 (Improper Handling of Insufficient Permissions or Privileges) (NVD).
Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges through the placement of malicious DLL files in the update-service folder (NVD).
Mitigation and workarounds
Users should update to Foxit PDF Reader and Editor version 2024.1 or later to address this vulnerability. The fix is available through the standard update channels (Foxit Security).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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