| CVE ID | CVE-2024-12753 |
| CVSS SCORE | 6.7, AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
| AFFECTED VENDORS |
Foxit |
| AFFECTED PRODUCTS |
PDF Reader |
| VULNERABILITY DETAILS |
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Foxit PDF Reader. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the product installer. By creating a junction, an attacker can abuse the installer process to create an arbitrary file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS |
Foxit has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://www.foxit.com/support/security-bulletins.html |
| DISCLOSURE TIMELINE |
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| CREDIT | Anonymous |
