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Advisory Published

ZDI-22-1472: (0Day) Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite GIF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite. 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 GIF images. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-22-1472?

    ZDI-22-1472 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix ZDI-22-1472?

    To fix ZDI-22-1472, update CorelDRAW Graphics Suite to the latest version provided by Corel.

  • What are the potential impacts of ZDI-22-1472?

    The potential impacts of ZDI-22-1472 include unauthorized access to system resources and execution of arbitrary code.

  • Who is affected by ZDI-22-1472?

    ZDI-22-1472 affects users of Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite prior to the security update that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-22-1472?

    Yes, user interaction is required for ZDI-22-1472, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

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