Vulnerability identifier: #VU79854
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-822
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
PDF-XChange Editor
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: PDF-XChange
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.
The vulnerability exists due to untrusted pointer dereference when processing OXPS file. A remote attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted PDF file and execute arbitrary code on the system.Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
PDF-XChange Editor: 9.0.350.0 - 10.0.0.370
External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1135/
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.