CVE-2025-0906: PDF-XChange Editor JB2 File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
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 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-25434.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-0906?
CVE-2025-0906 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.
How does CVE-2025-0906 affect PDF-XChange Editor?
CVE-2025-0906 affects PDF-XChange Editor by allowing remote attackers to disclose potentially sensitive information through an out-of-bounds read.
What is required to exploit CVE-2025-0906?
Exploitation of CVE-2025-0906 requires user interaction to initiate the attack.
How do I fix CVE-2025-0906?
To fix CVE-2025-0906, users should update PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version that includes patches for this vulnerability.
What kind of information can be disclosed through CVE-2025-0906?
CVE-2025-0906 could potentially disclose sensitive information stored on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor.