CVE-2025-0905: PDF-XChange Editor JB2 File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Feb 11, 2025
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Updated

PDF-XChange Editor JB2 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 JB2 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-25433.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Tracker Software PDF-XChange Editor
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor
PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor<10.4.2.390

Event History

Feb 11, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:57 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·08:08 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·08:08 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-0905?

The severity of CVE-2025-0905 is considered moderate due to the possibility of information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-0905?

To fix CVE-2025-0905, update PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version provided by Tracker Software.

3

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2025-0905?

CVE-2025-0905 can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted JB2 files that require user interaction.

4

What kind of information can be disclosed through CVE-2025-0905?

CVE-2025-0905 can lead to the disclosure of sensitive information stored on the affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.

5

Is user interaction required for CVE-2025-0905 exploitation?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2025-0905, making it less likely for automatic exploitation.

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