CVE-2019-12958
First published: Tue Jun 25 2019(Updated: )
In Xpdf 4.01.01, a heap-based buffer over-read could be triggered in FoFiType1C::convertToType0 in fofi/FoFiType1C.cc when it is trying to access the second privateDicts array element, because the privateDicts array has only one element allocated.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Glyphandcog Xpdfreader | =4.01.01 |
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Reference Links
- https://forum.xpdfreader.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=41815
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/DJJD7X3ES7ZHJUY2R3DAVCJPV23R64VK/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/FWEWFUVITPA3Y6F4A5SJSROKYT7PRH7Q/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/TNIJWRYTCLGV35WGIHYTMMOPEEOOTIPT/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-12958.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-12958?
The severity of CVE-2019-12958 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
How can CVE-2019-12958 be triggered?
CVE-2019-12958 can be triggered in FoFiType1C::convertToType0 in fofi/FoFiType1C.cc when trying to access the second privateDicts array element.
What software version is affected by CVE-2019-12958?
Xpdf 4.01.01 is affected by CVE-2019-12958.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2019-12958?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2019-12958. It is recommended to update to a version that includes the fix.
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