CVE-2018-16647: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 6, 2018
·Updated
In Artifex MuPDF 1.13.0, the pdfgetxrefentry function in pdf/pdf-xref.c allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault in fzwritedata in fitz/output.c) via a crafted pdf file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Artifex Mupdf=1.13.0
Event History
Sep 6, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2018-16647?
CVE-2018-16647 is a vulnerability in Artifex MuPDF 1.13.0 that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted pdf file.
2
How severe is CVE-2018-16647?
CVE-2018-16647 has a severity rating of medium (5.5).
3
How can CVE-2018-16647 be exploited?
CVE-2018-16647 can be exploited by sending a crafted pdf file to the vulnerable Artifex MuPDF 1.13.0 software.
4
What is the affected software version of CVE-2018-16647?
CVE-2018-16647 affects Artifex MuPDF 1.13.0.
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Is there a fix for CVE-2018-16647?
Yes, Artifex released a fix for CVE-2018-16647. It is recommended to update to a patched version of Artifex MuPDF.