Vulnerability identifier: #VU86791
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-295
Exploitation vector: Local network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
PDF-XChange Editor
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
PDF-Tools
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
PDF-XChange PRO
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper certificate validation within the update functionality. A remote attacker on the local network can execute arbitrary code on the system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-198/
http://www.pdf-xchange.com/support/security-bulletins.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.