CVE-2024-27336: Kofax Power PDF PNG File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Apr 3, 2024
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Updated

Kofax Power PDF PNG File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read 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 PNG 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-22022.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Kofax Power PDF
Tungstenautomation Power Pdf<5.0.0.17

Event History

Apr 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 23, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:14 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27336?

CVE-2024-27336 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for sensitive information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-27336?

To mitigate CVE-2024-27336, users should update Kofax Power PDF to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-27336?

CVE-2024-27336 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that can lead to information disclosure.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-27336?

CVE-2024-27336 affects installations of Kofax Power PDF that are vulnerable to the PNG file parsing issue.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-27336?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2024-27336, as it involves opening malicious files.

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