#VU34874 Untrusted search path in NitroPDF - CVE-2013-2773

Vulnerability identifier: #VU34874

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2013-2773

CWE-ID: CWE-426

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
NitroPDF
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

Vendor: Nitro Software, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Nitro PDF 8.5.0.26: A specially crafted DLL file can facilitate Arbitrary Code Execution

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

NitroPDF: 8.5.0.26

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External links
https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/58928

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.