What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-25421?

ZDI-CAN-25421 has a high severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-25421?

To fix ZDI-CAN-25421, update your PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version provided by Tracker Software.

What type of attack exploits ZDI-CAN-25421?

ZDI-CAN-25421 can be exploited through social engineering, requiring user interaction with a malicious page or file.

What versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected by ZDI-CAN-25421?

ZDI-CAN-25421 affects all versions of PDF-XChange Editor without requiring specific version details.

Can ZDI-CAN-25421 be exploited without user interaction?

No, the exploitation of ZDI-CAN-25421 necessitates user interaction to visit a malicious site or open a harmful file.

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ZDI-CAN-25421

31/1/2025

ZDI-CAN-25421: ZDI-25-070: PDF-XChange Editor RTF File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow 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 ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2025-0903.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
PDF-XChange

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Reference Links

http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-25-070/ (Advisory)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-25421?
ZDI-CAN-25421 has a high severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-25421?
To fix ZDI-CAN-25421, update your PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version provided by Tracker Software.
What type of attack exploits ZDI-CAN-25421?
ZDI-CAN-25421 can be exploited through social engineering, requiring user interaction with a malicious page or file.
What versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected by ZDI-CAN-25421?
ZDI-CAN-25421 affects all versions of PDF-XChange Editor without requiring specific version details.
Can ZDI-CAN-25421 be exploited without user interaction?
No, the exploitation of ZDI-CAN-25421 necessitates user interaction to visit a malicious site or open a harmful file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-25421?
ZDI-CAN-25421 has a high severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-25421?
To fix ZDI-CAN-25421, update your PDF-XChange Editor to the latest version provided by Tracker Software.
What type of attack exploits ZDI-CAN-25421?
ZDI-CAN-25421 can be exploited through social engineering, requiring user interaction with a malicious page or file.
What versions of PDF-XChange Editor are affected by ZDI-CAN-25421?
ZDI-CAN-25421 affects all versions of PDF-XChange Editor without requiring specific version details.
Can ZDI-CAN-25421 be exploited without user interaction?
No, the exploitation of ZDI-CAN-25421 necessitates user interaction to visit a malicious site or open a harmful file.