CVE-2023-37333
CVE-2023-37333 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tungstenautomation Power Pdf with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (20th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-41237
- Weakness: CWE-119
- Affected product: Tungstenautomation Power Pdf
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Kofax Power PDF PCX File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. 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 parsing of PCX files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a memory corruption condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-20389.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-37333?
- Kofax Power PDF PCX File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. 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 parsing of PCX files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a memory corruption condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-20389.
- How severe is CVE-2023-37333?
- CVE-2023-37333 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-37333 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (20th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-37333?
- CVE-2023-37333 affects Tungstenautomation Power Pdf. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-37333?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- Does CVE-2023-37333 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2023-37333 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-41237.
- When was CVE-2023-37333 published?
- CVE-2023-37333 was published on 2024-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:tungstenautomation:power_pdf:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*
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