CVE-2016-8729: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Apr 24 2018(Updated: )
An exploitable memory corruption vulnerability exists in the JBIG2 parser of Artifex MuPDF 1.9. A specially crafted PDF can cause a negative number to be passed to a memset resulting in memory corruption and potential code execution. An attacker can specially craft a PDF and send to the victim to trigger this vulnerability.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex Mupdf | =1.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-8729?
CVE-2016-8729 is a memory corruption vulnerability in the JBIG2 parser of Artifex MuPDF 1.9.
How does CVE-2016-8729 work?
A specially crafted PDF can cause a negative number to be passed to a memset resulting in memory corruption and potential code execution.
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8729?
CVE-2016-8729 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2016-8729?
Apply the necessary updates or patches provided by Artifex Mupdf to fix CVE-2016-8729.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-8729?
You can find more information about CVE-2016-8729 at the following link: [https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2016-0243](https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2016-0243)
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