CVE-2017-9619: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 26, 2017
·Updated
The xpstruecallbackglyphname function in xps/xpsttf.c in Artifex Ghostscript GhostXPS 9.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Segmentation Violation and application crash) via a crafted file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Artifex Ghostscript GhostXPS=9.21
Event History
Jul 26, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-9619?
CVE-2017-9619 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can lead to application crashes.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-9619?
To fix CVE-2017-9619, upgrade to a version of Artifex Ghostscript GhostXPS that addresses the vulnerability.
3
What kind of attack does CVE-2017-9619 enable?
CVE-2017-9619 enables attackers to perform denial of service attacks through specially crafted files.
4
Is CVE-2017-9619 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-9619 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a segmentation violation.
5
Which software version is affected by CVE-2017-9619?
CVE-2017-9619 specifically affects Artifex Ghostscript GhostXPS version 9.21.