Vulnerability Description
PDF-XChange Editor PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 parsing of PDF 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. Was ZDI-CAN-24550.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pdf-Xchange | Pdf-Tools | >= 10.3.0.386, < 10.4.0.388 |
| Pdf-Xchange | Pdf-Xchange Editor | >= 10.3.0.386, < 10.4.0.388 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1267/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-8844?
CVE-2024-8844 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). PDF-XChange Editor PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of P...
How severe is CVE-2024-8844?
CVE-2024-8844 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-8844?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pdf-Xchange Pdf-Tools, Pdf-Xchange Pdf-Xchange Editor.