CVE-2018-18020
First published: Sat Oct 06 2018(Updated: )
In QPDF 8.2.1, in libqpdf/QPDFWriter.cc, QPDFWriter::unparseObject and QPDFWriter::unparseChild have recursive calls for a long time, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted PDF file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| qpdf | =8.2.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-18020?
CVE-2018-18020 has a severity rating that indicates a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-18020?
To fix CVE-2018-18020, you should upgrade QPDF to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-18020?
CVE-2018-18020 affects QPDF version 8.2.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2018-18020 allow?
CVE-2018-18020 allows for denial of service attacks via crafted PDF files.
Is CVE-2018-18020 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2018-18020 is a remote vulnerability.
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