Plattform
windows
Komponente
pdf-xchange-editor
Behoben in
9.5.368
CVE-2023-39506 is a Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability affecting PDF-XChange Editor versions 9.5.367.0 through 9.5.367.0. This flaw stems from insufficient validation of user-supplied paths within the createDataObject method, enabling attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code. Successful exploitation requires user interaction, such as opening a malicious file or visiting a compromised webpage. A patch is available to resolve this issue.
The impact of CVE-2023-39506 is significant due to its RCE nature. A successful exploit allows an attacker to gain complete control over the affected system, potentially leading to data theft, system compromise, and further malicious activities. The attack requires user interaction, meaning the target must open a malicious file or visit a malicious webpage. This could be achieved through phishing emails, compromised websites, or other social engineering techniques. The ability to execute arbitrary code grants the attacker the same privileges as the user running PDF-XChange Editor, potentially escalating privileges to system administrator level if the user has sufficient rights.
CVE-2023-39506 is currently not listed on the CISA KEV catalog. Public proof-of-concept (PoC) code is not yet widely available, but the vulnerability's RCE nature suggests a medium probability of exploitation. The vulnerability's reliance on user interaction may limit its immediate exploitability, but it remains a significant risk given the potential impact. The NVD entry was published on May 3, 2024.
Organizations and individuals using PDF-XChange Editor, particularly those who frequently handle PDF documents from external sources, are at risk. Users who routinely open PDF attachments via email or download PDFs from untrusted websites are especially vulnerable. Shared hosting environments where multiple users share the same PDF-XChange Editor installation also pose a heightened risk.
• windows / supply-chain:
Get-Process -Name "PDF-XChangeEditor" -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue | Select-Object -ExpandProperty Path• windows / supply-chain:
Get-ScheduledTask | Where-Object {$_.TaskName -like "PDF-XChangeEditor*"}• windows / supply-chain:
Get-WinEvent -LogName Application -FilterXPath "*[System[Provider[@Name='PDF-XChange Editor']]]" -MaxEvents 10disclosure
Exploit-Status
EPSS
0.79% (74% Perzentil)
CISA SSVC
CVSS-Vektor
The primary mitigation for CVE-2023-39506 is to upgrade to a patched version of PDF-XChange Editor as soon as it becomes available. Until a patch is released, consider implementing temporary workarounds. Restrict user access to untrusted PDF files and websites. Employ a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or proxy server to filter potentially malicious content. Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity related to PDF-XChange Editor. After upgrading, confirm the vulnerability is resolved by attempting to open a known malicious PDF file in a sandboxed environment and verifying that no code execution occurs.
Actualice PDF-XChange Editor a una versión posterior a la 9.5.367.0. Esto solucionará la vulnerabilidad de recorrido de directorios y ejecución remota de código.
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CVE-2023-39506 is a Remote Code Execution vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor versions 9.5.367.0–9.5.367.0, allowing attackers to execute code via malicious PDF files. It has a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH).
You are affected if you are using PDF-XChange Editor version 9.5.367.0–9.5.367.0 and have not yet upgraded to a patched version.
Upgrade PDF-XChange Editor to the latest available version, which contains a fix for this vulnerability. Until the upgrade is possible, restrict access to untrusted PDF files.
While no active exploitation has been widely reported, the RCE nature of the vulnerability suggests a potential for exploitation. Monitor systems for suspicious activity.
Refer to the PDF-XChange Editor website or security advisories for the official advisory regarding CVE-2023-39506.
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