CVE-2022-42411: PDF-XChange Editor JPC File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
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 JPC files. Crafted data in a JPC 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.
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What is CVE-2022-42411?
CVE-2022-42411 is a vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.
How does CVE-2022-42411 work?
CVE-2022-42411 works by exploiting a flaw in the parsing of JPC files in PDF-XChange Editor, which allows remote attackers to read sensitive information.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-42411?
Yes, user interaction is required for an attacker to exploit CVE-2022-42411. The target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected by CVE-2022-42411?
PDF-XChange Editor versions up to and excluding 9.5.366.0 are affected by CVE-2022-42411.
How can I fix CVE-2022-42411?
To fix CVE-2022-42411, users should update PDF-XChange Editor to version 9.5.366.0 or newer.