2024-11-29
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This article describes a vulnerability (CVE-2024-8837) in PDF-XChange Editor that allows remote attackers to execute malicious code on a victim’s computer. The vulnerability exists due to improper validation of user-supplied data when parsing XPS files. An attacker can exploit this by tricking a user into opening a specially crafted XPS file.
Vulnerability Details:
Platform: PDF-XChange Editor
Version: Not specified (all versions before a patch is released are vulnerable)
Vulnerability: Out-of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution
Severity: HIGH
Date: November 22, 2024 (CVE published)
What Undercode Says:
This vulnerability is severe and allows attackers to take complete control of a vulnerable system. Users of PDF-XChange Editor should update to the latest version as soon as possible, which will likely address this vulnerability. In the meantime, avoid opening untrusted XPS files.
References:
Reported By: Nvd.nist.gov
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