CVE-2022-42412: PDF-XChange Editor PDF 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 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.
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What is the vulnerability ID for this PDF-XChange Editor vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this PDF-XChange Editor vulnerability is CVE-2022-42412.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-42412?
The severity of CVE-2022-42412 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2022-42412?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2022-42412 by tricking a user into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-42412?
The PDF-XChange Editor versions up to exclusive 9.5.366.0 are affected by CVE-2022-42412.
How can I fix the PDF-XChange Editor vulnerability?
To fix the PDF-XChange Editor vulnerability, update to a version that is not affected by CVE-2022-42412.