Vulnerability identifier: #VU46751
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-416
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Nitro Pro
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: Nitro Software, Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error in the cross-reference table repairing functionality. A remote attacker can trick a victim to load a specially crafted document, cause a use-after-free condition and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Nitro Pro: 13.13.2.242 - 13.16.2.300
External links
http://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2020-1068
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.