CVE-2009-0195: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Apr 16 2009(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in Xpdf 3.02pl2 and earlier, CUPS 1.3.9, and probably other products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PDF file with crafted JBIG2 symbol dictionary segments.
Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/xpdf | <1:2.02-14.el3 | 1:2.02-14.el3 |
| redhat/cups | <1:1.1.22-0.rc1.9.27.el4_7.5 | 1:1.1.22-0.rc1.9.27.el4_7.5 |
| redhat/xpdf | <1:3.00-20.el4 | 1:3.00-20.el4 |
| redhat/kdegraphics | <7:3.3.1-13.el4 | 7:3.3.1-13.el4 |
| redhat/gpdf | <0:2.8.2-7.7.2.el4_7.4 | 0:2.8.2-7.7.2.el4_7.4 |
| redhat/cups | <1:1.3.7-8.el5_3.4 | 1:1.3.7-8.el5_3.4 |
| redhat/kdegraphics | <7:3.5.4-12.el5_3 | 7:3.5.4-12.el5_3 |
| redhat/poppler | <0:0.5.4-4.4.el5_3.9 | 0:0.5.4-4.4.el5_3.9 |
| redhat/tetex | <0:3.0-33.8.el5_5.5 | 0:3.0-33.8.el5_5.5 |
| CUPS | =1.3.9 | |
| Xpdf | =0.5a | |
| Xpdf | =0.7a | |
| Xpdf | =0.91a | |
| Xpdf | =0.91b | |
| Xpdf | =0.91c | |
| Xpdf | =0.92a | |
| Xpdf | =0.92b | |
| Xpdf | =0.92c | |
| Xpdf | =0.92d | |
| Xpdf | =0.92e | |
| Xpdf | =0.93a | |
| Xpdf | =0.93b | |
| Xpdf | =0.93c | |
| Xpdf | =1.00a | |
| Xpdf | =3.0.1 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | <=3.02 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.2 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.3 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.4 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.5 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.6 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.7 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.80 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.90 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.91 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.92 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =0.93 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =1.00 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =1.01 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =2.00 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =2.01 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =2.02 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =2.03 | |
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =3.00 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-18/
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-17/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34481
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34291
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34756
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009-0458.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34963
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34791
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2009-0480.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35064
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1040
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2010:087
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A10076
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/502762/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/502759/100/0/threaded
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2009-0195 https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2009-0195
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=490612
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009:0430
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009:0429
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009:0431
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009:0458
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2010:0399
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009:0480
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2010:0400
- https://access.redhat.com/hydra/rest/securitydata/cve/CVE-2009-0195.json
Parent vulnerabilities
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0195?
CVE-2009-0195 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the possibility of remote code execution as a result of a heap-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0195?
To remediate CVE-2009-0195, update your Xpdf and CUPS installations to the recommended versions that address the vulnerability.
Which software is affected by CVE-2009-0195?
CVE-2009-0195 affects Xpdf versions 3.02pl2 and earlier, as well as CUPS version 1.3.9.
Can CVE-2009-0195 be exploited by a remote attacker?
Yes, CVE-2009-0195 can be exploited by remote attackers through the delivery of specially crafted PDF files.
What types of systems are at risk for CVE-2009-0195?
Systems running vulnerable versions of Xpdf and CUPS are at risk for exploitation due to CVE-2009-0195.
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