CVE-2018-6462 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-6462 affecting Tracker PDF-XChange Viewer and Viewer AX SDK versions prior to 2.5.322.8. Find out how remote attackers could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.
Tracker PDF-XChange Viewer and Viewer AX SDK versions prior to 2.5.322.8 mishandle YCC to RGB colour space conversion, potentially allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Understanding CVE-2018-6462
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Tracker PDF-XChange Viewer and Viewer AX SDK versions prior to 2.5.322.8 that could be exploited by attackers through a crafted PDF document.
What is CVE-2018-6462?
The mishandling of YCC to RGB colour space conversion in Tracker PDF-XChange Viewer and Viewer AX SDK versions prior to 2.5.322.8 occurs when the calculation is based on 1 bpc instead of 8 bpc. This flaw could enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by providing a maliciously crafted PDF document.
The Impact of CVE-2018-6462
The vulnerability could lead to the execution of arbitrary code by remote attackers, posing a significant security risk to affected systems.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-6462
This section provides more in-depth technical information about the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
Tracker PDF-XChange Viewer and Viewer AX SDK versions prior to 2.5.322.8 mishandle the conversion from YCC to RGB colour spaces by calculating based on 1 bpc instead of 8 bpc, potentially allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF document.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Tracker PDF-XChange Viewer and Viewer AX SDK
- Versions affected: Prior to 2.5.322.8
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers through the supply of a specially crafted PDF document, triggering the execution of arbitrary code.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-6462 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Tracker PDF-XChange Viewer and Viewer AX SDK to version 2.5.322.8 or later.
- Exercise caution when opening PDF files from untrusted sources.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and applications to patch known vulnerabilities.
- Implement network security measures to prevent unauthorized access.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all software, including Tracker PDF-XChange Viewer and Viewer AX SDK, is regularly updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.