High-speed rendering of PDF files and portfolios without high system resource usage.
. If you are looking for modern productivity features like AI-summarization or native 64-bit performance, the current Foxit PDF Reader is a more secure choice. for this specific legacy version or a comparison with the current release? Foxit PDF Reader Version History & Release Notes foxit reader v9.7.2
Historically, v9.7.2 sits right before the massive and the "Follina"-esque template injection attacks. In this build, the Launch action and URI handling were functional but not yet locked down. A clever adversary could embed a file:// URI that points to an SMB share, forcing NetNTLMv2 hash leaks—a technique that was textbook in 2020-2021 red team engagements. High-speed rendering of PDF files and portfolios without
: Foxit typically discontinues support for older perpetual versions. For instance, support for version 12 and older ended in August 2025 , meaning version 9.7.2 no longer receives security updates, technical support, or new features. for this specific legacy version or a comparison