CVE-2017-7264: Use After Free
First published: Sun Mar 26 2017(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in the fz_subsample_pixmap function in fitz/pixmap.c in Artifex MuPDF 1.10a allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted document.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex Software MuPDF | =1.10a |
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Reference Links
- http://git.ghostscript.com/?p=mupdf.git;h=2c4e5867ee699b1081527bc6c6ea0e99a35a5c27
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97111
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/02/09/mupdf-use-after-free-in-fz_subsample_pixmap-pixmap-c/
- http://git.ghostscript.com/?p=mupdf.git%3Bh=2c4e5867ee699b1081527bc6c6ea0e99a35a5c27
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697515
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7264?
CVE-2017-7264 has a severity rating that indicates a potential denial of service due to application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7264?
To fix CVE-2017-7264, update to a version of MuPDF later than 1.10a that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-7264?
The potential impacts of CVE-2017-7264 include application crashes and possible exploitation leading to more severe consequences.
Which versions of MuPDF are affected by CVE-2017-7264?
CVE-2017-7264 affects MuPDF version 1.10a specifically.
Is CVE-2017-7264 a remote vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2017-7264 can be exploited by remote attackers through crafted documents.
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