CVE-2017-2820: Integer Overflow
First published: Wed Jul 12 2017(Updated: )
An exploitable integer overflow vulnerability exists in the JPEG 2000 image parsing functionality of freedesktop.org Poppler 0.53.0. A specially crafted PDF file can lead to an integer overflow causing out of bounds memory overwrite on the heap resulting in potential arbitrary code execution. To trigger this vulnerability, a victim must open the malicious PDF in an application using this library.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Poppler Utilities | =0.53.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2820?
CVE-2017-2820 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2820?
To fix CVE-2017-2820, users should upgrade to a later, patched version of the Poppler library.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2820?
CVE-2017-2820 is an integer overflow vulnerability affecting the JPEG 2000 image parsing in Poppler.
What can be exploited through CVE-2017-2820?
CVE-2017-2820 can be exploited through specially crafted PDF files leading to memory corruption.
Which software is affected by CVE-2017-2820?
CVE-2017-2820 specifically affects Poppler version 0.53.0 from freedesktop.org.
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