CVE-2016-10246: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Mar 16 2017(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the main function in jstest_main.c in Mujstest in Artifex Software, Inc. MuPDF before 1.10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) via a crafted file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex Software MuPDF | <=1.10 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =9.0 |
Remedy
https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/09/24/mupdf-mujstest-global-buffer-overflow-in-main-jstest_main-c/
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Reference Links
- http://git.ghostscript.com/?p=mupdf.git;h=cfe8f35bca61056363368c343be36812abde0a06
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/03/13/21
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/09/24/mupdf-mujstest-global-buffer-overflow-in-main-jstest_main-c/
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/09/msg00013.html
- http://git.ghostscript.com/?p=mupdf.git%3Bh=cfe8f35bca61056363368c343be36812abde0a06
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697020
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10246?
CVE-2016-10246 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10246?
To fix CVE-2016-10246, you should update to the latest version of MuPDF that is beyond version 1.10.
What causes CVE-2016-10246?
CVE-2016-10246 is caused by a buffer overflow in the main function of jstest_main.c.
Which software is affected by CVE-2016-10246?
CVE-2016-10246 affects MuPDF versions before 1.10 and Debian GNU/Linux 9.0.
Can CVE-2016-10246 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-10246 can be exploited remotely by attackers through a crafted file.
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