Remote Code Execution Flaw in PDF-XChange Editor by Tracker Software
CVE-2025-6661

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2025-6661?

This vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor arises from improper management of App objects, allowing remote attackers to exploit the flaw through malicious webpages or files. Once exploited, the attacker can execute arbitrary code within the context of the current process, potentially compromising the affected system. Proper validation of object existence is crucial to mitigate this risk, highlighting the need for users to ensure they are using the latest software updates provided by Tracker Software.

Affected Version(s)

PDF-XChange Editor 10.5.2.395

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-25-446/
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-2025-6661 : Remote Code Execution Flaw in PDF-XChange Editor by Tracker Software