Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Tungsten Automation Power PDF
CVE-2024-9739

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Tungsten Automation

Status
Power PDF
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 November 2024

What is CVE-2024-9739?

The vulnerability present in Tungsten Automation's Power PDF product is rooted in the improper validation of user-supplied data during the parsing of PDF files. This flaw can lead to a memory corruption condition, enabling remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems. To exploit this issue, an attacker must convince a user to visit a malicious webpage or open a specially crafted PDF file. This highlights the importance of maintaining updated security protocols and being cautious about PDF file sources.

Affected Version(s)

Power PDF 5.0.0.10.0.23307

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1349/
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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

CVSS V3.0

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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