CVE-2024-27323

PDF-XChange Editor Updater Improper Certificate Validation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

PDF-XChange Editor Updater Improper Certificate Validation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PDF-XChange Editor. User interaction is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the update functionality. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the certificate presented by the server. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-22224.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 1.72% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory zerodayinitiative.com
Affected: PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-198/ third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27323?
CVE-2024-27323 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-27323?
To fix CVE-2024-27323, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-27323 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-27323 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-27323?
CVE-2024-27323 affects PDF-XChange PDF-XChange Editor.
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