CVE-2022-37359: PDF-XChange Editor J2K File Parsing Use-After-Free 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 J2K files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. 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-2022-37359?
CVE-2022-37359 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.
How does CVE-2022-37359 work?
CVE-2022-37359 works by exploiting a use-after-free vulnerability in the parsing of J2K files.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-37359?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2022-37359. The target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected by CVE-2022-37359?
PDF-XChange Editor version 9.3.361.0 is affected by CVE-2022-37359.
How severe is CVE-2022-37359?
CVE-2022-37359 has a severity value of 7.8, indicating a high severity.
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