CVE-2022-37356: PDF-XChange Editor JPG File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 JPG files. Crafted data in a JPG file can trigger a write past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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What is CVE-2022-37356?
CVE-2022-37356 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.
How can CVE-2022-37356 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2022-37356, user interaction is required, meaning the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-37356?
The severity of CVE-2022-37356 is high, with a severity value of 7.8.
Which software is affected by CVE-2022-37356?
PDF-XChange Editor versions 9.3.361.0 and PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor are affected by CVE-2022-37356.
How can I fix CVE-2022-37356?
To fix CVE-2022-37356, it is recommended to update to the latest version of PDF-XChange Editor.