CVE-2022-37362: PDF-XChange Editor PNG 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 PNG files. Crafted data in a PNG 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-2022-37362?
CVE-2022-37362 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.
How can CVE-2022-37362 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2022-37362, user interaction is required. The target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
How severe is CVE-2022-37362?
CVE-2022-37362 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is classified as high.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-37362?
The specific vulnerability affects PDF-XChange Editor version 9.3.361.0.
How can I fix CVE-2022-37362?
To address CVE-2022-37362, it is recommended to update PDF-XChange Editor to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.