CVE-2016-7505: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Oct 29 2016(Updated: )
A buffer overflow vulnerability was observed in divby function of Artifex Software, Inc. MuJS before 8c805b4eb19cf2af689c860b77e6111d2ee439d5. A successful exploitation of this issue can lead to code execution or denial of service condition.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex MuJS | <=a3a4fe840b80706c706e86160352af5936f292d8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7505?
CVE-2016-7505 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7505?
To fix CVE-2016-7505, update to the version of Artifex MuJS released after commit 8c805b4eb19cf2af689c860b77e6111d2ee439d5.
What types of exploits are possible with CVE-2016-7505?
Exploitation of CVE-2016-7505 can lead to either code execution or a denial of service condition.
Which versions of Artifex MuJS are affected by CVE-2016-7505?
Artifex MuJS versions up to and including a3a4fe840b80706c706e86160352af5936f292d8 are affected by CVE-2016-7505.
Who reported CVE-2016-7505?
CVE-2016-7505 was reported as a vulnerability in the MuJS JavaScript interpreter by Artifex Software, Inc.
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