CVE-2007-5393: Buffer Overflow
Published Nov 8, 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.
Affected Software
1 affected component
xpdf Xpdf=3.02p11
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Nov 8, 2007
CVE Published
02:46 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-5393?
To fix CVE-2007-5393, upgrade to a patched version of Xpdf that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-5393?
CVE-2007-5393 is classified as a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2007-5393?
CVE-2007-5393 affects users running Xpdf version 3.02p11.
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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.