CVE-2014-8396: Medium severity corel pdf fusion vulnerability

Published Jan 15, 2015
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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.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Corel PDF Fusion

Event History

Jan 15, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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