CVE-2019-14291
First published: Sat Jul 27 2019(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Xpdf 4.01.01. There is an out of bounds read in the function GfxPatchMeshShading::parse at GfxState.cc for typeA==6 case 3.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =4.01.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-14291?
CVE-2019-14291 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for out of bounds reads.
How do I fix CVE-2019-14291?
To fix CVE-2019-14291, update Xpdf to a version that is not affected, as the vulnerability exists in version 4.01.01.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2019-14291?
Exploitation of CVE-2019-14291 could potentially lead to application crashes or disclosure of sensitive information.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-14291?
CVE-2019-14291 specifically affects Xpdf version 4.01.01.
What is the nature of the issue in CVE-2019-14291?
CVE-2019-14291 is an out of bounds read vulnerability specifically occurring in the parse function of GfxPatchMeshShading.
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