CVE-2024-27326: PDF-XChange Editor XPS File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Apr 1, 2024
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Updated

PDF-XChange Editor XPS File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read 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 parsing of XPS files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated 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-22276.

Affected Software

2 affected components
PDF-XChange Pdf-tools=10.1.1.381
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor=10.1.1.381

Event History

Apr 1, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:49 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Apr 9, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:51 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·09:51 PM
DescriptionAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27326?

CVE-2024-27326 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability that can lead to information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-27326?

To fix CVE-2024-27326, update PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version released by Tracker Software.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-27326?

CVE-2024-27326 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that can disclose sensitive information.

4

Does CVE-2024-27326 require user interaction to be exploited?

Yes, CVE-2024-27326 requires user interaction for an attacker to exploit the vulnerability.

5

What software versions are affected by CVE-2024-27326?

CVE-2024-27326 affects PDF-XChange Editor version 10.1.1.381.

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