CVE-2008-1374: Integer Overflow
First published: Fri Apr 04 2008(Updated: )
Integer overflow in pdftops filter in CUPS in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 and 4, when running on 64-bit platforms, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file. NOTE: this issue is due to an incomplete fix for CVE-2004-0888.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CUPS | <=1.3.11 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29630
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31388
- http://wiki.rpath.com/wiki/Advisories:rPSA-2008-0245
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0206.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/495164/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41758
- https://issues.rpath.com/browse/RPL-2390
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9636
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1374?
CVE-2008-1374 has a high severity due to the potential for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1374?
To fix CVE-2008-1374, update the CUPS package to a version later than 1.3.11 to mitigate the vulnerabilities.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-1374?
CVE-2008-1374 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 and 4 running on 64-bit platforms with vulnerable versions of CUPS.
What is the cause of CVE-2008-1374?
CVE-2008-1374 is caused by an integer overflow vulnerability in the pdftops filter in CUPS.
Is CVE-2008-1374 related to any other vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2008-1374 is related to an incomplete fix for CVE-2004-0888.
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