CVE-2018-6191: Integer Overflow

Published Jan 24, 2018
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Updated

The jsstrtod function in jsdtoa.c in Artifex MuJS through 1.0.2 has an integer overflow because of incorrect exponent validation.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Artifex MuJS<=1.0.2

Event History

Jan 24, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-6191?

CVE-2018-6191 is a vulnerability in Artifex MuJS through version 1.0.2 that allows an integer overflow due to incorrect exponent validation in the js_strtod function.

2

How severe is CVE-2018-6191?

CVE-2018-6191 has a severity keyword of 'medium' and a severity value of 5.5.

3

How does CVE-2018-6191 affect Artifex MuJS?

CVE-2018-6191 affects Artifex MuJS through version 1.0.2.

4

How can I fix CVE-2018-6191?

To fix CVE-2018-6191, you should upgrade to a version of Artifex MuJS that is after 1.0.2.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-6191?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-6191 at the following references: [Reference 1](http://git.ghostscript.com/?p=mujs.git;a=commit;h=25821e6d74fab5fcc200fe5e818362e03e114428), [Reference 2](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102840), [Reference 3](https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=698920).

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