CVE-2026-92176: pdfforge PDF Architect App Object Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 15, 2026
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Updated

pdfforge PDF Architect App Object Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of pdfforge PDF Architect. 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 App objects. 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 vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-28570.

Affected Software

1 affected component
pdfforge PDF Architect

Event History

Sep 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What must an attacker do to exploit this issue?

The attacker must induce the target to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. Exploitation requires user interaction, but no privileges are required beforehand.

2

What access and impact does successful exploitation provide?

Successful exploitation can execute arbitrary code in the context of the current PDF Architect process. The reported impact includes compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

3

Which component is affected?

The flaw is in PDF Architect's handling of App objects, where insufficient validation of user-supplied data can cause an out-of-bounds read.

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