CVE-2019-19308: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Wed Nov 27 2019(Updated: )
In text_to_glyphs in sushi-font-widget.c in gnome-font-viewer 3.34.0, there is a NULL pointer dereference while parsing a TTF font file that lacks a name section (due to a g_strconcat call that returns NULL).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNOME Font Viewer | =3.34.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-19308?
CVE-2019-19308 is classified as a moderate-severity vulnerability due to the potential for a NULL pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2019-19308?
To fix CVE-2019-19308, upgrade to a version of GNOME Font Viewer that has addressed this vulnerability.
What versions of GNOME Font Viewer are affected by CVE-2019-19308?
CVE-2019-19308 affects GNOME Font Viewer version 3.34.0.
What is the nature of the vulnerability described in CVE-2019-19308?
CVE-2019-19308 is a NULL pointer dereference that occurs when parsing TTF font files lacking a name section.
Is CVE-2019-19308 exploitable?
While the exploitation of CVE-2019-19308 may cause an application crash, potential impacts depend on the context in which the vulnerable software is used.
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