CWE
125
EPSS
0.048%
Advisory Published
Updated
Advisory Published

CVE-2024-8845: PDF-XChange Editor PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Fri Nov 22 2024(Updated: )

PDF-XChange Editor PDF 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 PDF 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 buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-24553.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Tracker Software PDF-XChange Editor
PDF-XChange>=10.3.0.386<10.4.0.388
Tracker Software PDF-XChange Editor>=10.3.0.386<10.4.0.388

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-8845?

    CVE-2024-8845 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability that allows for information disclosure.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-8845?

    To fix CVE-2024-8845, upgrade PDF-XChange Editor to version 10.4.0.388 or later.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2024-8845?

    The impact of CVE-2024-8845 is that it can allow remote attackers to disclose sensitive information from the affected system.

  • Is user interaction required for CVE-2024-8845 exploitation?

    Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2024-8845.

  • Which versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected by CVE-2024-8845?

    PDF-XChange Editor versions between 10.3.0.386 and 10.4.0.388 are affected by CVE-2024-8845.

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