CVE-2018-18459: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Oct 18, 2018
·Updated
The function DCTStream::getBlock in Stream.cc in Xpdf 4.00 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted pdf file, as demonstrated by pdftoppm.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Xpdfreader Xpdf=4.00
Event History
Oct 18, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-18459.
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What is the severity of CVE-2018-18459?
The severity of CVE-2018-18459 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
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How does CVE-2018-18459 impact Xpdf 4.00?
CVE-2018-18459 in Xpdf 4.00 can allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) through a crafted PDF file.
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What is the affected software by CVE-2018-18459?
The affected software by CVE-2018-18459 is Xpdf 4.00.
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How can I find more information about CVE-2018-18459?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-18459 in the following references: [1] [2]