CVE-2022-42418: PDF-XChange Editor TIF File Parsing Untrusted Pointer Dereference 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 TIF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied value prior to dereferencing it as a pointer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com 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 | ||
| PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor | <9.5.366.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this security issue?
The vulnerability ID of this security issue is CVE-2022-42418.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2022-42418?
CVE-2022-42418 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
To exploit this vulnerability, user interaction is required, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2022-42418?
Versions up to and exclusive of 9.5.366.0 of Tracker-software Pdf-xchange Editor and PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor are affected by this vulnerability.
Is there a fix available for this vulnerability?
Yes, it is recommended to update to a version of Tracker-software Pdf-xchange Editor or PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor that is later than 9.5.366.0 to address this vulnerability.
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