CWE
125
EPSS
0.056%
Advisory Published
Updated
Advisory Published

CVE-2024-8846: PDF-XChange Editor TIF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Fri Nov 22 2024(Updated: )

PDF-XChange Editor TIF 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 TIF 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-24835.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Tracker Software PDF-XChange Editor
PDF-XChange=10.3.1.387
Tracker Software PDF-XChange Editor=10.3.1.387

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-8846?

    CVE-2024-8846 has a CVSS score that indicates a moderate severity level due to its potential for information disclosure.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-8846?

    To fix CVE-2024-8846, users should update PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-8846?

    CVE-2024-8846 is classified as an Out-Of-Bounds Read vulnerability affecting PDF-XChange Editor.

  • Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-8846?

    Yes, user interaction is required for the successful exploitation of CVE-2024-8846.

  • What kinds of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-8846?

    CVE-2024-8846 can be exploited by remote attackers to disclose sensitive information from affected installations.

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