CVE-2022-37364: PDF-XChange Editor EMF 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 EMF files. Crafted data in an EMF 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-2022-37364?
CVE-2022-37364 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.
How can CVE-2022-37364 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2022-37364, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file that triggers the vulnerability.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-37364?
PDF-XChange Editor version 9.3.361.0 is affected by CVE-2022-37364.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-37364?
CVE-2022-37364 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.
How can I mitigate the impact of CVE-2022-37364?
To mitigate the impact of CVE-2022-37364, update PDF-XChange Editor to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.