CVE-2022-37365
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CVE-2022-37365 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. EPSS estimates a 0.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the saveAs method. The application exposes a JavaScript interface that allows the attacker to write arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-17527.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pdf-Xchange | Pdf-Xchange Editor | 9.3.361.0 |
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1093/Release Notes, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1093/Release Notes, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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