CVE-2022-43617: (0Day) Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite PCX File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Mar 29, 2023
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 PCX files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-16372.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 PCX files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute 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?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-43617.

2

What is the title of the vulnerability?

The title of the vulnerability is (0Day) Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite PCX File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-43617?

The severity of CVE-2022-43617 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

4

Which software is affected by CVE-2022-43617?

Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite versions up to and including 23.5.0.506 are affected by CVE-2022-43617.

5

How can the vulnerability be exploited?

The vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers, requiring user interaction such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

6

Is there a patch available for CVE-2022-43617?

Yes, a patch is available. Please refer to the CorelDRAW Graphics Suite update page for more information.

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