CVE-2021-38098
First published: Fri Oct 01 2021(Updated: )
Corel PDF Fusion 2.6.2.0 is affected by a Heap Corruption vulnerability when parsing a crafted file. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious PDF file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Corel PDF Fusion | =2.6.2.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38098?
CVE-2021-38098 is a Heap Corruption vulnerability in Corel PDF Fusion 2.6.2.0 that allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user.
How severe is CVE-2021-38098?
CVE-2021-38098 has a severity score of 7.8, which is considered high.
How does CVE-2021-38098 affect Corel PDF Fusion?
CVE-2021-38098 affects Corel PDF Fusion 2.6.2.0 by allowing an attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution when parsing a crafted file.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2021-38098?
CVE-2021-38098 is associated with CWE-787, which is a code quality issue related to improper handling of memory operations.
Are there any references or additional information about CVE-2021-38098?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-38098 in the following references: [1] [2]
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