What is the severity of CVE-2014-8396?

The severity of CVE-2014-8396 is classified as medium due to its potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2014-8396?

To fix CVE-2014-8396, ensure that you do not allow untrusted DLLs in folders where Corel PDF Fusion processes files, and update to the latest version of the software if available.

Who is affected by CVE-2014-8396?

Users of Corel PDF Fusion are affected by CVE-2014-8396, specifically those who may interact with files containing untrusted DLLs.

What kind of attacks can be executed using CVE-2014-8396?

CVE-2014-8396 allows local users to conduct DLL hijacking attacks, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-8396?

A possible workaround for CVE-2014-8396 is to restrict file access permissions and avoid processing files from untrusted sources.

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CVE-2014-8396

medium

4.6

15/1/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2014-8396

First published: Thu Jan 15 2015(Updated: )

Untrusted search path vulnerability in Corel PDF Fusion allows local users to execute arbitrary code and conduct DLL hijacking attacks via a Trojan horse quserex.dll file that is located in the same folder as the file being processed.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Corel PDF Fusion

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-8396?
The severity of CVE-2014-8396 is classified as medium due to its potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8396?
To fix CVE-2014-8396, ensure that you do not allow untrusted DLLs in folders where Corel PDF Fusion processes files, and update to the latest version of the software if available.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-8396?
Users of Corel PDF Fusion are affected by CVE-2014-8396, specifically those who may interact with files containing untrusted DLLs.
What kind of attacks can be executed using CVE-2014-8396?
CVE-2014-8396 allows local users to conduct DLL hijacking attacks, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-8396?
A possible workaround for CVE-2014-8396 is to restrict file access permissions and avoid processing files from untrusted sources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-8396?
The severity of CVE-2014-8396 is classified as medium due to its potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8396?
To fix CVE-2014-8396, ensure that you do not allow untrusted DLLs in folders where Corel PDF Fusion processes files, and update to the latest version of the software if available.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-8396?
Users of Corel PDF Fusion are affected by CVE-2014-8396, specifically those who may interact with files containing untrusted DLLs.
What kind of attacks can be executed using CVE-2014-8396?
CVE-2014-8396 allows local users to conduct DLL hijacking attacks, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-8396?
A possible workaround for CVE-2014-8396 is to restrict file access permissions and avoid processing files from untrusted sources.