CVE-2022-41148: PDF-XChange Editor U3D File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jan 26, 2023
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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 U3D files. Crafted data in a U3D 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.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Tracker-software Pdf-xchange Editor<9.5.366.0
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor<9.5.366.0
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor

Event History

Jan 26, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·12:47 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-41148?

CVE-2022-41148 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-41148?

To mitigate CVE-2022-41148, users should update PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version available beyond 9.5.366.0.

3

What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2022-41148?

CVE-2022-41148 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code if the victim visits a malicious webpage or opens a specially crafted file.

4

Which versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected by CVE-2022-41148?

CVE-2022-41148 affects all versions of PDF-XChange Editor up to and including 9.5.366.0.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-41148?

Yes, CVE-2022-41148 requires user interaction, as the target must either visit a malicious site or open a harmful file.

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