CVE-2019-9687: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Mar 11 2019(Updated: )
PoDoFo 0.9.6 has a heap-based buffer overflow in PdfString::ConvertUTF16toUTF8 in base/PdfString.cpp.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PoDoFo | =0.9.6 | |
| Fedora | =29 |
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Reference Links
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/CIC2EXSSMBT3MY2HY42IIY4BUQS2SVYB/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/NTJ5AAM6Y4NMSELEH7N5ZG4DNO56BCYF/
- https://sourceforge.net/p/podofo/code/1969
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/NTJ5AAM6Y4NMSELEH7N5ZG4DNO56BCYF/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/CIC2EXSSMBT3MY2HY42IIY4BUQS2SVYB/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-9687?
CVE-2019-9687 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a heap-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9687?
To fix CVE-2019-9687, update to the latest version of PoDoFo or apply any available patches that address this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2019-9687?
CVE-2019-9687 specifically affects PoDoFo version 0.9.6 and Fedora version 29.
Is CVE-2019-9687 a remote exploitation vulnerability?
CVE-2019-9687 can be exploited remotely, making it critical to patch affected systems as soon as possible.
What protocols are impacted by CVE-2019-9687?
CVE-2019-9687 impacts applications that utilize PoDoFo to handle PDF files, particularly in how they process strings.
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