Kofax Power PDF response Type Confusion Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
July 13th, 2023
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Kofax Power PDF. 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 implementation of the app.response method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Additional Details
Fixed in Power PDF 5.0 Standard & Advanced in v5.0.0.10.0.23307.
https://docshield.kofax.com/PowerPDF/en_US/5.0.0-3uoz7ssq2b/print/ReadMe-KofaxPowerPDF-5.0.0.10_EN.htm
Disclosure Timeline
- 2023-05-19 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2023-07-13 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
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