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CVE-2022-37353: PDF-XChange Editor EMF 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 EMF files. Crafted data in an EMF 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 SoftwareAffected VersionHow 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-2022-37353?

    CVE-2022-37353 is a vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations.

  • How can this vulnerability be exploited?

    Exploiting this vulnerability requires user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

  • Which versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected by CVE-2022-37353?

    PDF-XChange Editor version 9.3.361.0 is known to be affected by this vulnerability.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-37353?

    CVE-2022-37353 has a severity rating of medium with a score of 5.5.

  • How can I fix CVE-2022-37353?

    To fix CVE-2022-37353, update PDF-XChange Editor to a version that addresses the vulnerability. Check the product's official website or vendor for the latest updates.

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