CVE-2026-2040
Uncontrolled Search Path Vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor Leads to Local Privilege Escalation
Publication date: 2026-02-20
Last updated on: 2026-02-20
Assigner: Zero Day Initiative
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| trackerupdate | pdf-xchange_editor | * |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-427 | The product uses a fixed or controlled search path to find resources, but one or more locations in that path can be under the control of unintended actors. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in the TrackerUpdate process of PDF-XChange Editor. It involves an uncontrolled search path element where the product loads a library from an unsecured location. An attacker who already has the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system can exploit this flaw to escalate their privileges.
By exploiting this vulnerability, the attacker can execute code with higher privileges in the context of the target user.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
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How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability allows a local attacker to escalate their privileges on an affected system. This means that an attacker who initially has limited access can gain higher-level permissions, potentially allowing them to execute malicious code, access sensitive information, or make unauthorized changes to the system.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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