CVE-2020-6074: Use After Free

Published May 18, 2020
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Updated

An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in the PDF parser of Nitro Pro 13.9.1.155. A specially crafted PDF document can cause a use-after-free which can lead to remote code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Gonitro Nitro Pro=13.9.1.155

Event History

May 18, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:13 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this code execution vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this code execution vulnerability is CVE-2020-6074.

2

What is the affected software?

The affected software is Nitro Pro version 13.9.1.155.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-6074?

The severity of CVE-2020-6074 is high, with a severity value of 8.8.

4

How can a specially crafted PDF document trigger this vulnerability?

A specially crafted PDF document can cause a use-after-free vulnerability, leading to remote code execution.

5

Is there a link for more information about this vulnerability?

Yes, you can find more information about this vulnerability at [this link](https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2020-0997).

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