CVE-2017-14945: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Sep 29 2017(Updated: )
Artifex GSView 6.0 Beta on Windows allows attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted .pdf file, related to "Possible Stack Corruption starting at KERNELBASE!RaiseException+0x0000000000000068."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex GSView | =6.0-beta | |
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14945?
CVE-2017-14945 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can potentially lead to unspecified impacts.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14945?
To mitigate CVE-2017-14945, users should update to the latest stable version of Artifex GSView or apply any available patches.
What kind of attack does CVE-2017-14945 enable?
CVE-2017-14945 enables attackers to cause a denial of service by using a crafted .pdf file.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-14945?
CVE-2017-14945 affects Artifex GSView version 6.0 Beta on Windows.
Can CVE-2017-14945 affect systems running other versions of Artifex GSView?
CVE-2017-14945 specifically targets the 6.0 Beta version of Artifex GSView and may not affect other versions.
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