REDHAT-BUG-1576169: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Wed May 09 2018(Updated: )
Poppler is vulnerable to a NULL pointer dereference in the Annot.h:AnnotPath::getCoordsLength() function. An attacker could exploit this to cause a denial of service via crafted PDF. Upstream Bug: <a href="https://bugs.freedesktop.org/show_bug.cgi?id=106408">https://bugs.freedesktop.org/show_bug.cgi?id=106408</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Poppler Utilities |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1576169?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1576169 is high due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1576169?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1576169, update to the latest version of the Poppler library that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of attack does REDHAT-BUG-1576169 facilitate?
REDHAT-BUG-1576169 can be exploited to facilitate a denial of service attack via specially crafted PDF files.
Which software is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1576169?
REDHAT-BUG-1576169 affects the Poppler PDF rendering library.
Is there any known workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1576169?
There are no documented workarounds for REDHAT-BUG-1576169; applying the patch is recommended.
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