CVE-2017-9618: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jul 26 2017(Updated: )
The xps_load_sfnt_name function in xps/xpsfont.c in Artifex Ghostscript GhostXPS 9.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted document.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ghostscript | =9.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-9618?
CVE-2017-9618 has a severity rating of medium due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9618?
To fix CVE-2017-9618, update your Artifex Ghostscript GhostXPS to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What impact does CVE-2017-9618 have on systems?
CVE-2017-9618 can lead to a buffer overflow and application crash when processing a crafted document.
Which versions of Ghostscript GhostXPS are affected by CVE-2017-9618?
CVE-2017-9618 affects Artifex Ghostscript GhostXPS version 9.21.
Can CVE-2017-9618 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-9618 can be exploited remotely by attackers through crafted documents.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/weakness
- agent/author
- agent/severity
- agent/tags
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/description
- agent/event
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- vendor/artifex
- canonical/ghostscript
- version/ghostscript/9.21