CVE-2019-16115
First published: Sun Sep 08 2019(Updated: )
In Xpdf 4.01.01, a stack-based buffer under-read could be triggered in IdentityFunction::transform in Function.cc, used by GfxAxialShading::getColor. It can, for example, be triggered by sending a crafted PDF document to the pdftoppm tool. It allows an attacker to use a crafted PDF file to cause Denial of Service or possibly unspecified other impact.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Glyphandcog Xpdfreader | =4.01.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-16115?
The severity of CVE-2019-16115 is high (7.8).
How does CVE-2019-16115 affect Xpdf 4.01.01?
CVE-2019-16115 affects Xpdf 4.01.01 by causing a stack-based buffer under-read in IdentityFunction::transform, which is used by GfxAxialShading::getColor.
How can CVE-2019-16115 be triggered?
CVE-2019-16115 can be triggered by sending a crafted PDF document to the pdftoppm tool.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2019-16115?
An attacker can use a crafted PDF file to cause Denial of Service or potentially execute arbitrary code.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2019-16115?
Yes, upgrading to a version of Xpdf that is not affected by CVE-2019-16115 (4.01.02 or later) is recommended.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/glyphandcog
- canonical/glyphandcog xpdfreader
- version/glyphandcog xpdfreader/4.01.01