CVE-2010-1628: Buffer Overflow
Ghostscript 8.64, 8.70, and possibly other versions allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PostScript file containing unlimited recursive procedure invocations, which trigger memory corruption in the stack of the interpreter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1628?
CVE-2010-1628 is classified as critical due to its potential for remote code execution by attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1628?
To fix CVE-2010-1628, upgrade to Ghostscript version 9.0 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2010-1628?
CVE-2010-1628 affects users of Ghostscript versions 8.64 and 8.70.
What type of attacks does CVE-2010-1628 enable?
CVE-2010-1628 enables context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code through crafted PostScript files.
What is the underlying issue of CVE-2010-1628?
The underlying issue of CVE-2010-1628 is memory corruption in the stack of the Ghostscript interpreter caused by unlimited recursive procedure invocations.