CVE-2024-9744: Tungsten Automation Power PDF JP2 File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Nov 22, 2024
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Tungsten Automation 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 JP2 files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Tungsten Automation Power PDF
Tungstenautomation Power Pdf<5.1.0.1

Event History

Nov 22, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:57 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-9744?

CVE-2024-9744 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-9744?

To fix CVE-2024-9744, users should update Tungsten Automation Power PDF to the latest version.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-9744?

CVE-2024-9744 affects installations of Tungsten Automation Power PDF up to version 5.1.0.1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-9744?

CVE-2024-9744 is a remote code execution vulnerability that requires user interaction to exploit.

5

What must a user do for CVE-2024-9744 to be exploited?

For CVE-2024-9744 to be exploited, the user must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

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