CVE-2024-27331: PDF-XChange Editor EMF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Apr 1, 2024
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Updated

PDF-XChange Editor EMF 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 EMF 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-22287.

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·09:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:51 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 9, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:58 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·09:58 PM
DescriptionAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27331?

CVE-2024-27331 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-27331?

To fix CVE-2024-27331, users should update their PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

What information can be disclosed through CVE-2024-27331?

CVE-2024-27331 may allow remote attackers to access sensitive information from affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-27331?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2024-27331 effectively.

5

Which versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected by CVE-2024-27331?

CVE-2024-27331 affects specific versions of PDF-XChange Editor that have not been patched against the vulnerability.

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