#VU84659 Use-after-free in Power PDF Standard and Power PDF Advanced - CVE-2023-51610

Vulnerability identifier: #VU84659

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-51610

CWE-ID: CWE-416

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Power PDF Standard
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications
Power PDF Advanced
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

Vendor: Kofax

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error when parsing JP2 files. A remote attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted file, trigger a use-after-free error and gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

Power PDF Standard: All versions

Power PDF Advanced: All versions

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External links
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1911/

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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.