CVE-2018-8002: High severity Podofo Project Podofo vulnerability
In PoDoFo 0.9.5, there exists an infinite loop vulnerability in PdfParserObject::ParseFileComplete() in PdfParserObject.cpp which may result in stack overflow. Remote attackers could leverage this vulnerability to cause a denial-of-service or possibly unspecified other impact via a crafted pdf file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8002?
CVE-2018-8002 is classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability that leads to an infinite loop and potential stack overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8002?
The recommended fix for CVE-2018-8002 is to update to a version of PoDoFo that is newer than 0.9.7.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-8002?
CVE-2018-8002 affects PoDoFo version 0.9.5, as well as specific versions of the libpodofo package included in Debian.
Can CVE-2018-8002 be exploited remotely?
Yes, remote attackers can exploit CVE-2018-8002 by providing a crafted PDF file to trigger the infinite loop.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2018-8002?
The potential impacts of CVE-2018-8002 include denial-of-service attacks and possible unspecified other effects.