CVE-2022-37357: PDF-XChange Editor ICO File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Mar 29 2023(Updated: )
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 ICO files. Crafted data in an ICO 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. Was ZDI-CAN-17631.
Credit: 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2022-37357.
What is the title of this vulnerability?
The title of this vulnerability is PDF-XChange Editor ICO File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.
How can the vulnerability be exploited?
The vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers who execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor by tricking the target into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-37357?
The severity of CVE-2022-37357 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected by this vulnerability?
PDF-XChange Editor version 9.3.361.0 is affected by this vulnerability.
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