CVE-2020-16308: Buffer Overflow
A buffer overflow vulnerability in pprintimage() in devices/gdevcdj.c of Artifex Software GhostScript v9.50 allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service via a crafted PDF file. This is fixed in v9.51.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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debian/ghostscriptto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 9.53.3~dfsg-7+deb11u7Fixed in 9.53.3~dfsg-7+deb11u11Fixed in 10.0.0~dfsg-11+deb12u8Fixed in 10.05.1~dfsg-1+deb13u1Fixed in 10.07.0~dfsg-2 - Upgrade
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redhat/ghostscriptto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 9.51 - Upgrade
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Artifex Software GhostScriptto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 9.51
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-16308?
CVE-2020-16308 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in p_print_image() in devices/gdevcdj.c of Artifex Software GhostScript v9.50.
How does CVE-2020-16308 impact the system?
CVE-2020-16308 can allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service by exploiting a buffer overflow vulnerability via a crafted PDF file.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-16308?
The severity of CVE-2020-16308 is medium with a rating of 5.5.
How can I fix CVE-2020-16308?
You can fix CVE-2020-16308 by updating your GhostScript installation to version 9.51 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-16308?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-16308 in the references provided: [link1], [link2], [link3].