What is the severity of ZDI-24-220?

The severity of ZDI-24-220 is high due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix ZDI-24-220?

To fix ZDI-24-220, you should update Kofax Power PDF to the latest version available from the vendor.

What types of attacks can exploit ZDI-24-220?

ZDI-24-220 can be exploited through remote attacks requiring users to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

Which versions of Kofax Power PDF are affected by ZDI-24-220?

ZDI-24-220 affects specific versions of Kofax Power PDF, and it is important to consult the vendor for details on which versions are impacted.

Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-24-220?

Yes, user interaction is required for exploiting ZDI-24-220 as the target must either visit a malicious webpage or open a malicious file.

Vulnerability/
ZDI-24-220

high

7.8

1/3/2024

23/2/2025

ZDI-24-220: Kofax Power PDF PDF File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri Mar 01 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Kofax Power PDF. 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 PDF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length heap-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Nuance Power PDF Standard

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-24-220?
The severity of ZDI-24-220 is high due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-24-220?
To fix ZDI-24-220, you should update Kofax Power PDF to the latest version available from the vendor.
What types of attacks can exploit ZDI-24-220?
ZDI-24-220 can be exploited through remote attacks requiring users to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which versions of Kofax Power PDF are affected by ZDI-24-220?
ZDI-24-220 affects specific versions of Kofax Power PDF, and it is important to consult the vendor for details on which versions are impacted.
Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-24-220?
Yes, user interaction is required for exploiting ZDI-24-220 as the target must either visit a malicious webpage or open a malicious file.

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