CVE-2024-27337: Kofax Power PDF TIF File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Apr 3, 2024
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Updated

Kofax Power PDF TIF File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 TIF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-22033.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Kofax Power PDF
Tungstenautomation Power Pdf<5.0.0.17

Event History

Apr 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 23, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:14 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27337?

CVE-2024-27337 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-27337?

To address CVE-2024-27337, users should update to the latest version of Kofax Power PDF as recommended by the vendor.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-27337?

CVE-2024-27337 affects installations of Kofax Power PDF that process TIF files.

4

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2024-27337?

CVE-2024-27337 can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on a victim's machine.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-27337?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2024-27337 as the attacker must entice the user to open a malicious TIF file.

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