CVE-2007-6561: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 28, 2007
·Updated
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in PDFLib allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename argument to the PDFloadimage function that results in an overflow in the pdcfsearchfopen function, and possibly other vectors.
Affected Software
1 affected component
PDFLib PDFLib=7.0.2
Event History
Dec 28, 2007
CVE Published
12:46 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2007-6561?
CVE-2007-6561 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-6561?
To fix CVE-2007-6561, update PDFlib to version 7.0.3 or later, which addresses the buffer overflow issues.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2007-6561?
CVE-2007-6561 specifically affects PDFlib version 7.0.2.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-6561?
CVE-2007-6561 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
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Can CVE-2007-6561 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-6561 can be exploited by remote attackers with user-assisted actions.