CVE-2007-5393: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Nov 08 2007(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the CCITTFaxStream::lookChar method in xpdf/Stream.cc in Xpdf 3.02p11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PDF file that contains a crafted CCITTFaxDecode filter.
Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Xpdf | =3.02p11 |
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Reference Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5393?
CVE-2007-5393 is rated as high severity due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5393?
To fix CVE-2007-5393, upgrade to a patched version of Xpdf that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-5393?
CVE-2007-5393 is classified as a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-5393?
CVE-2007-5393 affects users running Xpdf version 3.02p11.
What is the exploit vector for CVE-2007-5393?
The exploit vector for CVE-2007-5393 is a specially crafted PDF file containing a CCITTFaxDecode filter.
- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/author
- agent/severity
- agent/remedy
- agent/weakness
- agent/references
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/event
- agent/source
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-historical
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/xpdf
- canonical/xpdf
- version/xpdf/3.02p11