CVE-2016-10247: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Mar 16 2017(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the my_getline 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 |
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Reference Links
- http://git.ghostscript.com/?p=mupdf.git;h=446097f97b71ce20fa8d1e45e070f2e62676003e
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/03/13/20
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97099
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/09/24/mupdf-mujstest-global-buffer-overflow-in-my_getline-jstest_main-c/
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/09/msg00013.html
- http://git.ghostscript.com/?p=mupdf.git%3Bh=446097f97b71ce20fa8d1e45e070f2e62676003e
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697021
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10247?
CVE-2016-10247 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service through a buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10247?
To fix CVE-2016-10247, update to MuPDF version 1.11 or later to mitigate the buffer overflow risk.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-10247?
CVE-2016-10247 affects MuPDF versions prior to 1.10 and Debian GNU/Linux 9.0.
What types of attacks can CVE-2016-10247 facilitate?
CVE-2016-10247 can facilitate remote denial of service attacks due to out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities.
Is mitigation available for CVE-2016-10247?
Mitigation for CVE-2016-10247 primarily involves upgrading to patched software versions to eliminate the vulnerability.
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