CVE-2017-7975: Integer Overflow
First published: Wed Apr 19 2017(Updated: )
Artifex jbig2dec 0.13, as used in Ghostscript, allows out-of-bounds writes because of an integer overflow in the jbig2_build_huffman_table function in jbig2_huffman.c during operations on a crafted JBIG2 file, leading to a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execution of arbitrary code.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Jbig2dec | =0.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7975?
CVE-2017-7975 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause application crashes and possibly allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7975?
To mitigate CVE-2017-7975, upgrade to a patched version of the jbig2dec library that addresses the integer overflow vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-7975?
CVE-2017-7975 specifically affects Artifex jbig2dec version 0.13.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-7975?
CVE-2017-7975 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability resulting from an integer overflow during JBIG2 file processing.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-7975?
The potential impacts of CVE-2017-7975 include application crashes and the execution of arbitrary code, leading to denial of service.
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