Use-After-Free Vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor Affecting U3D File Parsing
CVE-2024-8818

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

PDF-xchange
Status
PDF-xchange Editor
PDF-tools
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 November 2024

What is CVE-2024-8818?

A use-after-free vulnerability exists in PDF-XChange Editor that affects the parsing of U3D files. This flaw emerges from insufficient validation of object existence before performing operations on it. As a result, attackers may exploit this condition to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current process. User interaction is necessary for exploitation, as victims must either open a malicious file or visit a compromised webpage featuring the malicious content. This vulnerability highlights significant security risks associated with improper file handling in widely used software.

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References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1241/

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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