CVE-2022-37351: PDF-XChange Editor J2K File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Wed Mar 29 2023(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of J2K files. Crafted data in a J2K file can trigger a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tracker-software Pdf-xchange Editor | =9.3.361.0 | |
| PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor | ||
| PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor | =9.3.361.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-37351?
CVE-2022-37351 is a vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-37351?
The severity of CVE-2022-37351 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.
How does CVE-2022-37351 exploit the vulnerability?
To exploit CVE-2022-37351, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file, requiring user interaction.
Which software versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected?
PDF-XChange Editor version 9.3.361.0 is affected by CVE-2022-37351.
How can I fix CVE-2022-37351?
To fix CVE-2022-37351, update to a version of PDF-XChange Editor that is not affected by the vulnerability.
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