CVE-2023-38078: Kofax Power PDF U3D File Parsing Use-After-Free Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

Kofax Power PDF U3D File Parsing Use-After-Free Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Kofax Power PDF. 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 U3D files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the 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-20472.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Kofax Power PDF
Tungstenautomation Power Pdf Windows<5.0.0.10

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:58 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:58 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 23, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:14 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38078?

CVE-2023-38078 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-38078?

To fix CVE-2023-38078, users should update Kofax Power PDF to the latest version available from the vendor.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-38078?

CVE-2023-38078 is a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to information disclosure.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-38078?

Yes, user interaction is required as the vulnerability can only be exploited when a user opens a specially crafted U3D file.

5

Which software is affected by CVE-2023-38078?

CVE-2023-38078 affects Kofax Power PDF installations.

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