CVE-2019-13290: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 4, 2019
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Updated

Artifex MuPDF 1.15.0 has a heap-based buffer overflow in fzappenddisplaynode located at fitz/list-device.c, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file. This occurs with a large BDC property name that overflows the allocated size of a display list node.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
debian/mupdf
1.14.0+ds1-4+deb10u31.14.0+ds1-4+deb10u21.17.0+ds1-21.17.0+ds1-1.3~deb11u11.21.1+ds2-11.22.2+ds1-2
Artifex Mupdf=1.15.0

Event History

Jul 4, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:07 PM
Description
Jul 5, 2019
Data Sourced
07:21 PM
SeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-13290?

CVE-2019-13290 is a vulnerability in Artifex MuPDF 1.15.0 that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file.

2

How does CVE-2019-13290 occur?

CVE-2019-13290 occurs due to a heap-based buffer overflow in fz_append_display_node located at fitz/list-device.c.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-13290?

The severity of CVE-2019-13290 is high with a severity score of 7.8.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-13290?

Artifex MuPDF 1.15.0 is affected by CVE-2019-13290.

5

How can I protect myself from CVE-2019-13290?

To protect yourself from CVE-2019-13290, update to a version of Artifex MuPDF that includes the fix.

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