Incorrect default permissions in Foxit PDF Editor for Mac (formerly PhantomPDF) - #VU97911
Published: October 1, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU97911
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4: 4.8 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N]
CVE-ID: N/A
CWE-ID: CWE-276
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerability details
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files in the "/usr/local/share/foxit" folder that are set by the application during the deactivation or uninstallation if the application is reinstalled without prior uninstallation. A local user can escalate privileges on the system.
Affected software
Foxit PDF Editor for Mac (formerly PhantomPDF)
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Foxit PDF Editor for Mac (formerly PhantomPDF) - addressed in versions 13.1.4.62748, 2024.3.0.65538