CVE-2022-43310: An Uncontrolled Search Path Element in Foxit Software released Foxit Reader v11.2.118.51569 allows attackers t

Q: How do I fix CVE-2022-43310?

foxit reader: upgrade to 11.2.118.51569. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2022-43310 being exploited?

CVE-2022-43310 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2022-43310 affect?

CVE-2022-43310 affects foxit reader. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). An Uncontrolled Search Path Element in Foxit Software released Foxit Reader v11.2.118.51569 allows attackers to escalate privileges when searching for DLL libraries without specifying an absolute path.

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HIGH 7.8UPGRADE

CVE-2022-43310 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting foxit reader. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

An Uncontrolled Search Path Element in Foxit Software released Foxit Reader v11.2.118.51569 allows attackers to escalate privileges when searching for DLL libraries without specifying an absolute path.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.8 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	Required
EPSS exploit chance	1.6% (top 24%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-427
Published	2022-11-09
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: foxitsoftware

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2022-11-09 21:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 05:06 UTCUpdated Record last modified

foxitsoftware foxit reader UPGRADE

Affected: < 11.2.118.51569

Fixed in: 11.2.118.51569

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy foxit-reader || rpm -q foxit-reader || foxit-reader --version

2. UPGRADE to 11.2.118.51569 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade foxit-reader

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade foxit-reader

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2022-43310?

foxit reader: upgrade to 11.2.118.51569. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2022-43310 being exploited?

CVE-2022-43310 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2022-43310 affect?

CVE-2022-43310 affects foxit reader. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). An Uncontrolled Search Path Element in Foxit Software released Foxit Reader v11.2.118.51569 allows attackers to escalate privileges when searching for DLL libraries without specifying an absolute path.

How urgent is CVE-2022-43310?

Priority 46/100. High severity

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