PDF-XChange Editor U3D File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Vulnerability Details

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 parsing of U3D files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a memory corruption condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Additional Details

Fixed in version 10.3.1.387 (https://www.pdf-xchange.com/index.php/support/security-bulletins.html)

Disclosure Timeline

• 2024-05-19 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
• 2024-09-17 - Coordinated public release of advisory
• 2024-09-17 - Advisory Updated

Credit

Mat Powell of Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative

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