CVE-2022-42401: PDF-XChange Editor PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Thu Jan 26 2023(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 PDF files. Crafted data in a PDF file can trigger a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-18533.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tracker-software Pdf-xchange Editor | <9.5.366.0 | |
| PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2022-42401.
What is the title of this vulnerability?
The title of this vulnerability is PDF-XChange Editor PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-42401?
The severity of CVE-2022-42401 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
How does this vulnerability impact PDF-XChange Editor?
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What is the affected software for CVE-2022-42401?
The affected software for CVE-2022-42401 includes Tracker-software Pdf-xchange Editor up to version 9.5.366.0 and PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor.
How can I fix this vulnerability?
There is currently no known fix or patch available for this vulnerability. It is recommended to follow the provided references for updates from the vendor and apply any patches or mitigations as they become available.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
More information about this vulnerability can be found in the provided references: [Tracker Software](https://www.tracker-software.com/product/pdf-xchange-editor/history) and [Zero Day Initiative](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1364/).
- collector/nvd-index
- collector/zdi-advisory
- alias/ZDI-22-1364
- alias/ZDI-CAN-18533
- alias/CVE-2022-42401
- vendor/tracker-software
- canonical/tracker-software pdf-xchange editor
- vendor/pdf-xchange
- canonical/pdf-xchange pdf-xchange editor