CVE-2016-7506
First published: Sat Oct 29 2016(Updated: )
An out-of-bounds read vulnerability was observed in Sp_replace_regexp function of Artifex Software, Inc. MuJS before 5000749f5afe3b956fc916e407309de840997f4a. 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 | <=8c805b4eb19cf2af689c860b77e6111d2ee439d5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7506?
CVE-2016-7506 has been rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for code execution or denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7506?
To mitigate CVE-2016-7506, upgrade to a version of Artifex MuJS that is newer than 5000749f5afe3b956fc916e407309de840997f4a.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7506?
CVE-2016-7506 is categorized as an out-of-bounds read vulnerability.
Which versions of Artifex MuJS are affected by CVE-2016-7506?
CVE-2016-7506 affects all versions of Artifex MuJS up to and including 8c805b4eb19cf2af689c860b77e6111d2ee439d5.
Can CVE-2016-7506 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2016-7506 can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely.
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