Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor
CVE-2025-6651

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

PDF-xchange
Status
PDF-xchange Editor
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 June 2025

What is CVE-2025-6651?

A vulnerability exists in PDF-XChange Editor related to the parsing of JP2 files, leading to an out-of-bounds write condition. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by enticing users to open a malicious JP2 file or visit a compromised webpage. The underlying issue stems from inadequate validation of user-supplied data, which permits writing beyond allocated memory buffers. Successful exploitation can lead to code execution in the context of the application, potentially compromising the system.

Affected Version(s)

PDF-XChange Editor 10.5.2.395

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-25-436/
x_research-advisory
https://www.pdf-xchange.com/support/security-bulletins.html
vendor-advisory

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

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-6651 : Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor