CVE-2017-14518: Input Validation
First published: Sun Sep 17 2017(Updated: )
In Poppler 0.59.0, a floating point exception exists in the isImageInterpolationRequired() function in Splash.cc via a crafted PDF document.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/poppler | 0.71.0-5 0.71.0-5+deb10u3 20.09.0-3.1+deb11u1 22.12.0-2 | |
| Poppler Data | =0.59.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14518?
CVE-2017-14518 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a floating point exception in the Poppler library.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14518?
To fix CVE-2017-14518, upgrade Poppler to version 0.71.0-5 or later.
Which versions of Poppler are affected by CVE-2017-14518?
Poppler versions prior to 0.71.0, specifically version 0.59.0, are affected by CVE-2017-14518.
Is it safe to open PDFs with Poppler 0.59.0 after CVE-2017-14518?
It is not safe to open PDFs with Poppler 0.59.0, as it is vulnerable to a crafted PDF document causing a floating point exception.
What function is vulnerable in Poppler for CVE-2017-14518?
The vulnerable function in Poppler is isImageInterpolationRequired() located in Splash.cc.
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