2024-11-29
This blog post analyzes CVE-2024-8830, a vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Here’s a breakdown of the vulnerability details:
Platform: PDF-XChange Editor
Version: (not specified in available information)
Vulnerability: Out-of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution
Severity: HIGH (CVSS score: 7.8) based on Zero Day Initiative (ZDI)
Date: November 22, 2024 (NVD Published Date)
What Undercode Says:
This vulnerability is severe because it allows attackers to potentially take complete control of an affected system through a malicious XPS file. Users of PDF-XChange Editor should be aware of this vulnerability and apply any available patches as soon as possible.
Additional Notes:
User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability (e.g., opening a malicious file).
The vulnerability arises from a lack of proper validation during XPS file parsing.
It is important to stay up-to-date on security patches to minimize the risk of exploitation.
References:
Reported By: Nvd.nist.gov
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