CVE-2018-12983: High severity Podofo Project Podofo vulnerability
A stack-based buffer over-read in the PdfEncryptMD5Base::ComputeEncryptionKey() function in PdfEncrypt.cpp in PoDoFo 0.9.6-rc1 could be leveraged by remote attackers to cause a denial-of-service via a crafted pdf file.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/libpodofoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.9.8+dfsg-3Fixed in 0.9.8+dfsg-3.2 - 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-2018-12983?
CVE-2018-12983 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for denial-of-service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2018-12983?
To fix CVE-2018-12983, update to the latest version of PoDoFo, specifically versions later than 0.9.7+dfsg-2.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-12983?
CVE-2018-12983 affects PoDoFo version 0.9.6-rc1 and the libpodofo package in Debian versions up to 0.9.7+dfsg-2.
Can CVE-2018-12983 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-12983 can be exploited remotely through the use of a crafted PDF file.
Is CVE-2018-12983 a known vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2018-12983 is a known vulnerability that has been publicly reported and documented.