CVE-2017-7378: Medium severity Podofo Project Podofo vulnerability
Published Apr 3, 2017
·Updated
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
1 affected component
Podofo Project Podofo=0.9.5
Event History
Apr 3, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:44 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:44 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
4
Which version of PoDoFo is affected by CVE-2017-7378?
PoDoFo version 0.9.5 is affected by CVE-2017-7378.
5
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.