CVE-2018-5295: Integer Overflow
Published Jan 8, 2018
·Updated
In PoDoFo 0.9.5, there is an integer overflow in the PdfXRefStreamParserObject::ParseStream function (base/PdfXRefStreamParserObject.cpp). Remote attackers could leverage this vulnerability to cause a denial-of-service via a crafted pdf file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Podofo Project Podofo=0.9.5
Event History
Jan 8, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5295?
CVE-2018-5295 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-5295?
To fix CVE-2018-5295, upgrade PoDoFo to a version higher than 0.9.5.
3
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2018-5295?
CVE-2018-5295 can be exploited by remote attackers to perform denial-of-service attacks.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-5295?
CVE-2018-5295 specifically affects PoDoFo version 0.9.5.
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What component is responsible for the vulnerability in CVE-2018-5295?
The vulnerability in CVE-2018-5295 is caused by an integer overflow in the PdfXRefStreamParserObject::ParseStream function.