CVE-2022-43615: (0Day) Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Mar 29, 2023
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 23.5.0.506. 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. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-16370.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite. 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. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Corel CorelDRAW<24.2.1
Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite

Event History

Mar 29, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 26, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·10:08 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2022-43615.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-43615?

The severity of CVE-2022-43615 is medium with a score of 5.5.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2022-43615?

The Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite versions up to 23.5.0.506 and Corel CorelDRAW versions up to 24.2.1 are affected by CVE-2022-43615.

4

How can CVE-2022-43615 be exploited?

CVE-2022-43615 can be exploited by remote attackers through user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2022-43615?

Yes, a patch for CVE-2022-43615 is available. Please refer to the Corel CorelDRAW support website for the update.

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