CVE-2025-27834: Buffer Overflow
An issue was discovered in Artifex Ghostscript before 10.05.0. A buffer overflow occurs via an oversized Type 4 function in a PDF document to pdf/pdffunc.c.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/ghostscriptto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.0.0~dfsg-11+deb12u7Fixed in 10.05.0~dfsg-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Artifex Ghostscriptto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.05.0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-27834?
CVE-2025-27834 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for causing a buffer overflow, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27834?
To fix CVE-2025-27834, upgrade to Ghostscript version 10.05.0 or later.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2025-27834?
CVE-2025-27834 affects all versions of Artifex Ghostscript prior to version 10.05.0.
What is the impact of CVE-2025-27834 on applications?
The impact of CVE-2025-27834 includes potential exploitation that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code in applications using the affected Ghostscript versions.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-27834 if I cannot upgrade immediately?
As of now, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2025-27834, and upgrading is the recommended action.