CVE-2019-17064: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Tue Oct 01 2019(Updated: )
Catalog.cc in Xpdf 4.02 has a NULL pointer dereference because Catalog.pageLabels is initialized too late in the Catalog constructor.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Glyph & Cog XpdfReader | =4.02 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154713/Xpdf-4.02-NULL-Pointer-Dereference.html
- https://forum.xpdfreader.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=41890
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/D5PYIAP2RXTYD4Y4FYFIK5K644LMDJWX/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/TMDB2CGUYDW2RENE2I2TT6QNFEEI2CNF/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/D5PYIAP2RXTYD4Y4FYFIK5K644LMDJWX/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/TMDB2CGUYDW2RENE2I2TT6QNFEEI2CNF/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-17064?
CVE-2019-17064 is classified as a low severity vulnerability due to its nature of causing a NULL pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2019-17064?
To fix CVE-2019-17064, you should upgrade to a newer version of Xpdf that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2019-17064?
CVE-2019-17064 affects Xpdf version 4.02 specifically on any supported systems using this version.
What impact does CVE-2019-17064 have on users?
The impact of CVE-2019-17064 includes potential crashes of the Xpdf application when certain PDF files are processed.
Is CVE-2019-17064 an easily exploitable vulnerability?
CVE-2019-17064 is not considered easily exploitable as it requires specific conditions related to the processing of PDF files.
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