Information Disclosure Vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor TIF File Parsing

CVE-2024-8836

What is CVE-2024-8836?

A vulnerability exists in the PDF-XChange Editor due to improper handling of TIF file parsing. This flaw stems from inadequate validation of user-supplied input, potentially allowing remote attackers to read past the end of an allocated object. This information disclosure issue necessitates user interaction, as the target must either visit a malicious webpage or open a crafted TIF file to exploit the vulnerability. Attackers may exploit this weakness in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to achieve arbitrary code execution within the context of the affected process. Organizations are advised to update to the latest version of PDF-XChange Editor to mitigate the risk.

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