CVE-2017-6846: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Mar 15, 2017
·Updated
The GraphicsStack::TGraphicsStackElement::SetNonStrokingColorSpace function in graphicsstack.h in PoDoFo 0.9.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Podofo Project Podofo=0.9.4
Event History
Mar 15, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6846?
CVE-2017-6846 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-6846?
To fix CVE-2017-6846, upgrade to a version of PoDoFo later than 0.9.4.
3
What causes the vulnerability CVE-2017-6846?
CVE-2017-6846 is caused by a NULL pointer dereference when processing crafted files in PoDoFo 0.9.4.
4
Is CVE-2017-6846 exploitable remotely?
Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2017-6846 remotely using specially crafted files.
5
Which version of PoDoFo is affected by CVE-2017-6846?
PoDoFo version 0.9.4 is affected by CVE-2017-6846.