CVE-2024-8849: PDF-XChange Editor AcroForm Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
PDF-XChange Editor AcroForm 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 handling of AcroForms. 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-25269.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-8849?
CVE-2024-8849 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8849?
To address CVE-2024-8849, users should update PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version provided by Tracker Software.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-8849?
CVE-2024-8849 is an AcroForm Out-Of-Bounds Read vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-8849?
Users of PDF-XChange Editor version 10.3.1.387 are vulnerable to CVE-2024-8849.
Does CVE-2024-8849 require user interaction to be exploited?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2024-8849.