CVE-2023-27345: PDF-XChange Editor PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

PDF-XChange Editor PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. 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 PDF files. Crafted data in a PDF file can trigger a write past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-19303.

Affected Software

3 affected components
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor
PDF-XChange Pdf-tools=9.4.364.0
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor=9.4.364.0

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:56 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:56 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·12:51 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27345?

CVE-2023-27345 has been rated with a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-27345?

To mitigate CVE-2023-27345, users should update their PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version provided by Tracker Software.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-27345?

CVE-2023-27345 affects installations of PDF-XChange Editor that are vulnerable to out-of-bounds write during PDF file parsing.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-27345?

CVE-2023-27345 is categorized as an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-27345?

Yes, CVE-2023-27345 requires user interaction for exploitation through malicious PDF files.

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