What is the severity of ZDI-25-062?

ZDI-25-062 has a high severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix ZDI-25-062?

To fix ZDI-25-062, update PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version provided by Tracker Software.

Who is affected by ZDI-25-062?

ZDI-25-062 affects installations of PDF-XChange Editor that have not been updated to address the vulnerability.

What type of attack vector does ZDI-25-062 use?

ZDI-25-062 can be exploited via user interaction, requiring victims to visit a malicious webpage or open a compromised file.

Is user interaction required for ZDI-25-062 exploitation?

Yes, user interaction is required for ZDI-25-062 exploitation, making it necessary for the victim to engage with malicious content.

Vulnerability/
ZDI-25-062

high

7.8

31/1/2025

11/2/2025

ZDI-25-062: PDF-XChange Editor Doc Object Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri Jan 31 2025(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 handling of Doc 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.

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What is the severity of ZDI-25-062?
ZDI-25-062 has a high severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-25-062?
To fix ZDI-25-062, update PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version provided by Tracker Software.
Who is affected by ZDI-25-062?
ZDI-25-062 affects installations of PDF-XChange Editor that have not been updated to address the vulnerability.
What type of attack vector does ZDI-25-062 use?
ZDI-25-062 can be exploited via user interaction, requiring victims to visit a malicious webpage or open a compromised file.
Is user interaction required for ZDI-25-062 exploitation?
Yes, user interaction is required for ZDI-25-062 exploitation, making it necessary for the victim to engage with malicious content.

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