CVE-2023-39495: PDF-XChange Editor readFileIntoStream Exposed Dangerous Function Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

PDF-XChange Editor readFileIntoStream Exposed Dangerous Function Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 readFileIntoStream method. The issue results from the exposure of a dangerous function. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to disclose information in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-19657.

Affected Software

3 affected components
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor
PDF-XChange Pdf-tools=9.5.366.0
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor=9.5.366.0

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:10 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:10 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·12:47 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-39495?

CVE-2023-39495 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for sensitive information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-39495?

To fix CVE-2023-39495, users should update to the latest version of PDF-XChange Editor provided by Tracker Software.

3

What does CVE-2023-39495 affect?

CVE-2023-39495 affects users of PDF-XChange Editor who have not applied the latest security patches.

4

Can CVE-2023-39495 be exploited without user interaction?

No, CVE-2023-39495 requires user interaction to exploit the vulnerability.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-39495?

CVE-2023-39495 is an information disclosure vulnerability that exposes sensitive information.

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