CVE-2022-42405: PDF-XChange Editor EMF File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Thu Jan 26 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 EMF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length heap-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-18367.
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 CVE-2022-42405?
CVE-2022-42405 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.
How can the CVE-2022-42405 vulnerability be exploited?
The CVE-2022-42405 vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor can be exploited when the target visits a malicious page or opens a malicious file.
What is the affected version of PDF-XChange Editor?
PDF-XChange Editor versions up to 9.5.366.0 are affected by the CVE-2022-42405 vulnerability.
What is the severity of the CVE-2022-42405 vulnerability?
The CVE-2022-42405 vulnerability has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How can I fix the CVE-2022-42405 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2022-42405 vulnerability, users should update PDF-XChange Editor to a version beyond 9.5.366.0, as recommended by the software vendor.
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