CVE-2008-1374: Integer Overflow
Published Apr 4, 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.
Affected Software
1 affected component
apple CUPS<=1.3.11
Event History
Apr 4, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
4
What is the cause of CVE-2008-1374?
CVE-2008-1374 is caused by an integer overflow vulnerability in the pdftops filter in CUPS.
5
Is CVE-2008-1374 related to any other vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2008-1374 is related to an incomplete fix for CVE-2004-0888.