CVE-2023-42086: PDF-XChange Editor EMF File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

PDF-XChange Editor EMF File Parsing Use-After-Free 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 EMF 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 vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-22062.

Affected Software

3 affected components
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor
PDF-XChange Pdf-tools=10.0.1.371
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor=10.0.1.371

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:13 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:13 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·12:51 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-42086?

CVE-2023-42086 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-42086?

To fix CVE-2023-42086, users should update their PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What kind of attack vectors are associated with CVE-2023-42086?

CVE-2023-42086 can be exploited through specially crafted EMF files that require user interaction to initiate the attack.

4

Who is impacted by CVE-2023-42086?

CVE-2023-42086 affects all installations of PDF-XChange Editor that support EMF file parsing.

5

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2023-42086?

Exploitation of CVE-2023-42086 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising the system.

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