ZDI-CAN-21834: ZDI-23-1910: (0Day) Kofax Power PDF JP2 File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Dec 21, 2023
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 JP2 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 object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 3.3. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2023-51609.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Kofax Power PDF

Event History

Dec 21, 2023
Advisory Published
06:00 AM
Data Sourced
06:00 AM
Description
Feb 23, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:14 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-21834?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-21834 is classified as a medium risk due to the potential for sensitive information disclosure.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-21834?

To fix ZDI-CAN-21834, users should update their Kofax Power PDF to the latest version provided by Kofax.

3

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-21834?

ZDI-CAN-21834 is a remote information disclosure vulnerability that requires user interaction for exploitation.

4

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-21834?

ZDI-CAN-21834 affects installations of Kofax Power PDF that are not patched against this vulnerability.

5

What are the implications of ZDI-CAN-21834?

If exploited, ZDI-CAN-21834 can allow attackers to access sensitive information from the vulnerable Kofax Power PDF installations.

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