CVE-2017-7378: Medium severity Podofo Project Podofo vulnerability
The PoDoFo::PdfPainter::ExpandTabs function in PdfPainter.cpp in PoDoFo 0.9.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read and application crash) via a crafted PDF document.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
alpine/podofoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.9.6-r0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7378?
CVE-2017-7378 is classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability that can lead to application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7378?
To fix CVE-2017-7378, you should update your PoDoFo software to a version later than 0.9.5 that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2017-7378?
CVE-2017-7378 is associated with a denial-of-service attack that can be triggered by a crafted PDF document.
Which version of PoDoFo is affected by CVE-2017-7378?
PoDoFo version 0.9.5 is affected by CVE-2017-7378.
What can remote attackers do with CVE-2017-7378?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2017-7378 to cause application crashes through a specially crafted PDF.