critical
9.3
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2009-0196: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Apr 16 2009(Updated: )

Heap-based buffer overflow in the big2_decode_symbol_dict function (jbig2_symbol_dict.c) in the JBIG2 decoding library (jbig2dec) in Ghostscript 8.64, and probably earlier versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PDF file with a JBIG2 symbol dictionary segment with a large run length value.

Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Artifex Ghostscript=8.60
Artifex Ghostscript=7.07
Artifex Ghostscript=0
Artifex Ghostscript=8.62
Artifex Ghostscript=8.57
Artifex Ghostscript=8.54
Artifex Ghostscript<=8.64
Artifex Ghostscript=5.50
Artifex Ghostscript=8.15
Artifex Ghostscript=8.56
Artifex Ghostscript=8.15.2
Artifex Ghostscript=8.0.1
Artifex Ghostscript=8.61
Artifex Ghostscript=8.63

Remedy

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34445

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2009-0196?

    CVE-2009-0196 is considered critical due to its potential for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2009-0196?

    To fix CVE-2009-0196, upgrade Ghostscript to a version later than 8.64 that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What versions of Ghostscript are affected by CVE-2009-0196?

    CVE-2009-0196 affects Ghostscript versions up to and including 8.64.

  • What kind of attack does CVE-2009-0196 enable?

    CVE-2009-0196 allows remote code execution through specially crafted PDF files containing a JBIG2 symbol dictionary.

  • Is CVE-2009-0196 a known vulnerability?

    Yes, CVE-2009-0196 is a documented vulnerability identified in 2009 within the Ghostscript JBIG2 decoding library.

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