CVE-2020-16309: Buffer Overflow
A buffer overflow vulnerability in lxm5700mprintpage() in devices/gdevlxm.c of Artifex Software GhostScript v9.50 allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service via a crafted eps 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 v9.51
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this buffer overflow vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2020-16309.
What is the severity level of CVE-2020-16309?
The severity level of CVE-2020-16309 is medium.
Which software version fixes CVE-2020-16309?
The vulnerability is fixed in version 9.51 of Artifex Software GhostScript.
How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2020-16309?
A remote attacker can cause a denial of service by sending a crafted eps file.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-16309?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-16309 in the references section.