CVE-2022-37358: PDF-XChange Editor JPG 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 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.
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-2022-37358?
CVE-2022-37358 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-37358?
The severity of CVE-2022-37358 is high with a severity score of 7.8.
How can CVE-2022-37358 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2022-37358, user interaction is required. The target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2022-37358?
CVE-2022-37358 affects version 9.3.361.0 of the Tracker-software Pdf-xchange Editor and PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor.
How can I fix CVE-2022-37358?
To fix CVE-2022-37358, it is recommended to update PDF-XChange Editor to a version that has addressed the vulnerability.
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